Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – KS2 Primary School

Location: Leeds
Start Date: January 2027
Programme Duration: 11 Months
Job Type: Full-time | Apprenticeship

Are you passionate about working with children and looking to start a rewarding career in primary education?

Engage Education is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join a welcoming primary school in Leeds as part of our Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme, starting in January 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen to develop a career in education, gain a recognised Level 3 qualification and build valuable hands-on experience within a Key Stage 2 classroom.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced teachers and teaching assistants, supporting pupils across KS2 while completing their apprenticeship training over an 11-month period.

The Role

As a KS2 Teaching Assistant Apprentice, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and inclusive lessons across Key Stage 2.

• Providing classroom support to pupils in Years 3–6, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their learning goals.

• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning in subjects such as English and Maths.

• Supporting pupils with their reading, writing, spelling and numeracy development.

• Helping prepare classroom resources and learning activities.

• Encouraging positive behaviour, participation and independence.

• Building positive relationships with pupils and supporting their academic, social and emotional development.

• Working alongside the wider school team to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

The school is particularly interested in applicants who have already gained some experience working with Key Stage 2-aged children, either in a paid or voluntary capacity.

This could include experience through:

• Previous work in a primary school or classroom setting.

• Volunteering within a school or after-school club.

• Working in a childcare or youth support setting with children aged 7–11.

• Supporting children through tutoring, mentoring or community activities.

In addition, we are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with children and supporting their education.

• Is enthusiastic, reliable and keen to learn.

• Has good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Is confident building relationships with primary-aged pupils.

• Can use their initiative and work effectively as part of a team.

• Is committed to completing the full 11-month apprenticeship programme.

Apprenticeship Details

• Start date: January 2027.

• Duration: 11 months.

• Location: Leeds.

• Setting: Mainstream primary school, supporting Key Stage 2.

• Working pattern: Full-time, five days per week in school.

• Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

The programme combines practical, hands-on experience in school with online learning and regular support from a dedicated apprenticeship tutor. You will earn while you learn, gaining the skills and qualification needed to progress into a career as a Teaching Assistant.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be aged 18 or over.

• Hold GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent.

• Have the right to work in the UK.

• Have been living in the UK for at least three years.

• Not already be enrolled on another government-funded qualification at the same level.

• Be able to commit to the full 11-month programme.

• Have access to own laptop/tablet to be able to complete coursework.

Interested in Applying?

If you have previous experience supporting KS2-aged children and would love the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification while working in a primary school, we’d love to hear from you!

The programme starts in January 2027, so get in touch today to find out more.