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Teaching Assistant SEND Apprenticeship - Gilmour Primary School

Liverpool City Council · LET ME PLAY LIMITED
Location
Liverpool
Postcode
L19 9AR
Salary
£14,560 a year
Duration
1 Year 4 Months
Hours per week
35h
Positions available
3
Level
Level 3 – Advanced
Qualification
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Start date
10 November 2026
Application deadline
9 November 2026
Posted
21 October 2026
Vacancy reference
2000060018
Minimum grades
GCSE English and Maths grade 4 (or equivalent)

Apprenticeships are open from age 16, once you have finished Year 11 (S4 in Scotland).

About the role

Responsibilities:

  • Implement planned learning activities and teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher
  • Adapt learning activities in response to pupils’ needs to ensure effective learning outcomes
  • Contribute to the planning and evaluation of learning activities, providing feedback on pupil progress and behaviour
  • Support the monitoring, assessment, and recording of pupil progress and activities
  • Provide feedback to pupils on their attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher
  • Support learning by preparing and providing resources for lessons and activities as directed by the teacher
  • Liaise with other staff and share relevant information about pupils when appropriate
  • Understand and support pupils with special educational needs
  • Assist in supporting volunteers and other learning support staff within the classroom

Experience and skills required include:

  • High levels of literacy, numeracy and computer skills (will have GCSE grade C/4 and above (or equivalent) English and maths
  • Excellent organisational and time-management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality
  • The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
  • A positive attitude, demonstrating flexibility and good-humour 

Requirements

High levels of literacy, numeracy and computer skills. GCSE grade C/4 and above (or equivalent) in English and maths. Excellent organisational and time-management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative. Positive attitude, demonstrating flexibility and good-humour.

Working week

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm. Lunch break of 30-mins.

Skills

Communication skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatience

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · Maths and English · Grade 4

Training & development

  • Apprenticeship Level: Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND Apprenticeship 
  • Expected Duration: 16-months
  • Training: All learning will be delivered online alongside full-time placement at the school
Future prospects

Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship. 

About Liverpool City Council

Gilmour Primary School is a large primary school in Garston Liverpool. We are three form entry and pride ourselves on a warm, welcoming and friendly environment.

Contact name
Horiya
Contact email
horiya.haji@lmpeducation.org