COURSE CODE: 7603

Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship

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WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE

Want a rewarding career making a difference in the classroom? The Teaching Assistant (TA) apprenticeship at Shipley College is your chance to learn, earn, and launch a vital career in education, suitable for primary, secondary, or college settings.
What You'll Do & Learn
You'll become an integral part of the learning environment, developing the deep knowledge and practical skills needed to support students. This includes:
Classroom Support: Helping plan, carry out, and evaluate learning activities alongside the teacher.
Targeted Assistance: Working with individuals or small groups.
Key Knowledge: Understanding child development, supporting those with disabilities/SEN, and mastering communication.
Safety & Compliance: Ensuring children’s health, safety, and security, including full adherence to Safeguarding procedures (Keeping Children Safe in Education).
Teaching Skills: Learning to plan/deliver activities, apply effective behaviour management, and adapt resources (scaffolding, open questioning).
Career Benefits
An apprenticeship is a highly effective way to gain experience and qualifications simultaneously.
Boost Prospects: The training prepares you for crucial roles like Special Needs Assistant and Behaviour Support Assistant.
Hands-on Experience: Build relationships and master team working and professional communication.
Best Practices: Comply with necessary legislation and procedures, including Prevent and health & safety.
Modern Skills: Gain skills in using up-to-date technology safely to support learning.
Ready to make a difference? Apply for a Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Shipley College today!

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Entry requirements

You must be 16 years or over, and must have a minimum of Grade 4 in English (or functional skills Level 2)  and Grade 3  in Maths (functional skills Level 1) .  Also, it is desirable to have a  minimum of 1 year’s relevant industry experience and/or a Level 2 qualification in Childcare (but not essential).  You must  be employed as an apprentice in a Primary, Secondary or College setting for a minimum of 30 hours a week (this will include one day in College per week). If you are not employed already the College will support you to find a suitable employer, where you will be required to attend for an interview. A clear Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the start of the course.

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