This apprenticeship provides learners with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to support pupils’ learning, development and wellbeing while working alongside teachers and other education professionals.
Topics covered include:
Apprentices will gain valuable hands-on experience while working in a real school or educational environment.
To enrol onto the Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship, learners will typically need:
Applicants will complete an initial assessment and interview to ensure the programme is suitable for their experience and career goals.
Apprentices will be assessed through a range of practical and knowledge-based activities, including:
Learners who do not already hold the required English and maths qualifications may also complete Functional Skills as part of the programme.
At the end of the apprenticeship, learners will complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA), which may include:
The apprenticeship typically takes around 18 months to complete, depending on prior experience and individual progress.
Completing the Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship can lead to a variety of rewarding careers within education, including:
Learners may also progress onto further qualifications and higher-level apprenticeships in education, childcare or specialist support roles.
This apprenticeship provides an excellent foundation for individuals looking to build a meaningful career supporting children and young people in education.