Teaching Assistant Apprentice
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Employer Tudhoe Learning Trust
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Job Type Apprenticeship
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Closing Date 01/12/2026
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Positions available 1
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Job Location Stanley, DH9 0HQ
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Wage Information £260.00 per week
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Potential Start Date 13/12/2026
A Brief overview of the role
Shield Row Primary School offers the opportunity for achievement, the motivation for development and the support for independent growth in a caring environment. As a Teaching Assistant you will support the class teacher to enhance pupils learning, whilst your own development is supported through your apprenticeship.
Skills we would like you to have
• Communicate effectively in a variety of situations and with people at all levels
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
Qualifications Required for the role
• Have 5 GCSE’s at Grades A-C/9-4 (including English and Maths) or hold an equivalent and relevant qualification
Personal qualities we would like you to have
• Be reliable, flexible and have a passion for working in schools
Job Description
Shield Row Primary School is one of seven schools which forms part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join us for a period of up to 18 months. The role is based in Shield Row Primary School and offered at 32.5 hours per week and on a term-time basis. Within your apprenticeship you may be required to work different year groups, supporting teaching & learning in a variety of ways, including group work and one to one support, with the aim that all pupils can access our curriculum. The apprenticeship will commence once conditional offer checks are completed.
As an apprentice you will develop skills, knowledge and experience of working within Education and you will also develop:
• An understanding of current statutory guidance including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Part 1, Safeguarding policies, prevent strategy.
• Recognise different stages of child development through school e.g. transition between key stages and year groups.
• Support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning.
Employee benefits include: -
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities
Future Prospects
Skills that you can apply to a role in schools, as a qualified Teaching Assistant.
Other Information about this role
Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, online searches and you will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS.