Education
Black Lane School - Teaching Assistant Apprentice
Ap Prentis Cyf · Achieve More Training Ltd
Location
Pwllheli, Wales
Postcode
LL53 5HH
Salary
Apprenticeship rates
Positions available
1
Level
Level 2 – Intermediate
Qualification
Level 2 / 3 NVQ Supporting, Teaching and Learning
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Vacancy reference
7220
Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).
About the role
Support learners with their language and literacy skills
Supporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN)
Supporting pupils with their numeracy, literacy and ICT skills
Support children in the various areas within the class
Understand the safeguarding and behaviour policy and their role within these policies
Promote the welsh culture
Working with children aged on Early Years and KS1
Supporting a teacher in various roles within the classroom
Ability to conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times whilst working in schools
Support with afterschool provision, which includes sports activities
As part of this Apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a structured training programme that includes:
On-the-job training – gaining practical experience within a school setting.
Off-the-job training – attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development and learning strategies.
Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.
Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy and communication.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in education with progression opportunities available upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements and Expectations
A strong interest in working in an educational setting.
A willingness to learn and undertake professional training.
A commitment to completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification.
Good communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
A professional and responsible approach to working with children.
Full adherence to school safeguarding and conduct policies.
Requirements
A strong interest in working in an educational setting. A willingness to learn and undertake professional training. A commitment to completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification. Good communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills. A professional and responsible approach to working with children. Full adherence to school safeguarding and conduct policies.
Working week
16-30 hours per week
Skills
Language and literacy supportSupporting learners with additional learning needs (ALN)Numeracy and literacy instructionICT skills supportSafeguarding awarenessBehaviour managementChild development knowledgeLearning strategiesProfessional conductCommunicationTeamworkInterpersonal skillsWelsh culture promotion
Things to consider
Initial phone call followed by interview at school