Apprenticeship · Teaching assistant
Teaching Assistant Apprentice
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College · Sandbach
- Wage
- £15,392 a year
- Hours
- 37 a week
- Apply by
- 18 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- From 30 Nov 2026
- Course
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 10 Months
- Training provider
- TOTAL PEOPLE LIMITED
- Reference
- 2000055809
About this apprenticeship
To support the engagement and progress of students with a range of needs in the classroom environment, primarily supporting those with additional needs. To work as part of the school team and support the SENCO and Assistant SENCO to further develop the department.
Main Responsibilities:
- To be proactive in the classroom environment using a range of strategies to support students understanding
- Working with teaching staff and specialist advice collaboratively, to ensure students' progress towards learning objectives and learning targets are achieved
- Plan and develop one to one or small group intervention using a range of engaging activities to promote progress
- Provide support for teaching staff to aid the strategies they implement in the classroom
- Provide support to meet the needs of individual students with specific medical conditions, including personal care
- Observe and monitor students' progress, both academically and socially, to provide accurate assessments of progress and provide appropriate feedback to teaching staff on problem areas to aid the pupils learning
- Support the activities of individuals and groups of students to ensure their safety and wellbeing in accordance with the school's managing behaviour strategies and policies
Working week: Monday - Thursday 8.15am - 4.15pm and Friday 8.15am - 3.45pm.
Skills: Administrative skills, Attention to detail, Communication skills, Creative, Customer care skills, Initiative, IT skills, Logical, Non judgemental, Number skills, Organisation skills, Patience, Problem solving skills, Team working
Qualifications the employer asks for
- GCSE in English (grade 4) – essential
- GCSE in Mathematics (grade 4) – essential
About Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College
- Setting
- School
- Local authority
- Cheshire East
- Registered places
- 1426
Sandbach High are searching for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to work in secondary education across all age ranges, encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities. We are looking for a new team member, someone keen to learn and excel. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to build a career in education.
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 18 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and TOTAL PEOPLE LIMITED contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Who can apply for an apprenticeship?
Anyone aged 16 or over in England who is not in full-time education. There is no upper age limit.
How much are apprentices paid?
From 1 April 2026 the apprentice minimum is £8.00 an hour if you are under 19 or in your first year; after that you get the National Minimum Wage for your age (£10.85 at 18 to 20, £12.71 at 21 and over). Many schools and nurseries pay more, and each advert shows its wage exactly as the employer gave it.
Do I need GCSEs to start?
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How long does an apprenticeship last?
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Can I become a teacher through an apprenticeship?
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