Teaching Assistant Apprentice
Spring Cottage Primary School, an outstanding school located in East Hull are looking to take on a Teaching Assistant Apprentice!
Working under the supervision of experienced staff, you will play a key role in supporting pupils’ learning, well-being, and development. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a career in education within a supportive and inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure the welfare and safeguarding of all children
- Support the personal care needs of pupils (including social, health, hygiene, physical care and welfare support)
- Assist teachers with classroom-based duties and learning activities
- Supervise and support pupils to ensure safety and access to learning
- Build positive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model
- Encourage inclusion, participation, independence, and positive behaviour
- Support pupils with learning activities such as reading, literacy, and numeracy
- Prepare classroom resources, displays, and learning materials
- Support ICT use and classroom equipment under teacher guidance
- Assist with behaviour management strategies as directed by the teacher
- Help with record keeping and reporting pupil progress
- Provide clerical and administrative support when required
- Support extracurricular activities such as clubs and school events
- Comply with safeguarding, health & safety, confidentiality, and data protection policies at all times
Skills & Knowledge
- A caring and compassionate attitude towards children
- Strong awareness of safeguarding and pupil welfare
- A willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Motivation to support teaching and learning in a primary school setting
- Ability to work as part of a team and follow guidance
- Resilience, flexibility, and the ability to think on your feet
- A positive, patient approach with a commitment to inclusive education
- Belief that every child can succeed
Key Info
Employer: Spring Cottage Primary School
Location: Hull, HU8
Wage: £8.00 per hour
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Job Category: Teaching Assistant
About the Employer
At Spring Cottage Primary School, they are proud to be a caring and compassionate organisation, recognised as Outstanding in all areas in their most recent Ofsted inspection.
They offer a welcoming and supportive environment where apprentices can thrive and develop.
You will benefit from:
- A friendly, supportive, and dedicated staff team
- A strong commitment to equal opportunities
- A comprehensive training and development programme
- Dedicated time and support to complete apprenticeship coursework
- Happy, well-behaved pupils with positive attitudes to learning
- A strong focus on staff wellbeing, including a flexible wellbeing day
- Opportunities to grow your confidence and skills in education and childcare
Spring Cottage Primary School values: “We are committed to our core values of Happiness, Determination, and Respect“
Safeguarding statement
Spring Cottage Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and comply fully with safeguarding procedures.
