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Ysgol Plas Brondyffryn - Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Ap Prentis Cyf · Achieve More Training Ltd
Location
Pwllheli, Wales
Postcode
LL53 5HH
Salary
Apprenticeship rates
Positions available
3
Level
Level 2 – Intermediate
Qualification
Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and Learning
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Vacancy reference
7209

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

About the role

This Apprenticeship role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience working within a school environment while undertaking a Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification. The apprentice will work under the direction of teachers and school staff to support pupils’ learning, well-being, and development. The role involves: Supporting teaching and learning activities in the classroom. Working with individual pupils or small groups, including those with additional learning needs (ALN). Assisting in the preparation of learning materials and maintaining an engaging classroom environment. Encouraging pupils’ literacy, numeracy and communication skills. Providing support during break times, extra-curricular activities and school trips. Helping pupils with personal care needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, mobility) under supervision. Learning about and applying key school policies, including safeguarding, confidentiality and behaviour management. Developing professional relationships with teachers, staff and pupils 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.

Requirements

GCSE Grade A-C

Working week

16-30 hours per week

Skills

Supporting teaching and learning activitiesWorking with individual pupils and small groupsSupporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN)Preparing learning materialsEncouraging literacy, numeracy and communication skillsSafeguarding awarenessBehaviour managementChild development knowledgeLearning strategies applicationProfessional relationshipsPersonal care assistanceCommunication

Required qualifications

Essential
Level 2 or Level 3 · Supporting Teaching and Learning

Things to consider

Initial phone call followed by interview at school