Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Salisbury Road Primary School is looking to appoint a passionate, hardworking and driven Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join their outstanding team. This vacancy is being managed by Plymouth Teachers and Schools Alliance.

• Work under the direction of teachers and senior staff to provide safe, high-quality education and care for young children.
• Maintain a stimulating and enjoyable learning environment.
• Carry out the professional duties of a Teaching Assistant as required.
• Take responsibility for child protection issues as appropriate and promote safeguarding welfare of children and young people within the school.
• Be committed and driven to achieve the best for every child and contribute as an outstanding member of the school community.
• Be supported within the role by the school and the apprenticeship provider.

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
• Behaviours, Skills & Knowledge
• Functional Skills in Maths and English at level 2 (if not exempt through prior qualifications)
• Regular visits at the workplace from a designated assessor to observe progress and competence in the role
• Training days will be once a month at Plymouth Teachers and School Alliance

There may be the potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship across the Learning Academies Trust, for the right candidate.

Salisbury Road is a two form entry primary school serving the locality of St Judes, near the city centre. We are in a large Victorian building and work closely with local partners. We aim to provide a warm, friendly environment and to enhance and inspire the lives of the children, their families and the wider community. The school is inclusive and promotes our values in all we do.

We strive for high achievement and provide excellent learning experiences for all pupils.

The Learning Academies Trust is a family of 18 schools across Plymouth and surrounding areas, delivering outstanding education. Our mission is to work with children, families and communities to provide exceptional learning opportunities for all, and to support staff development with CPD and collaboration across schools.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out; references will be sought; and the appointment is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. For queries about the apprenticeship, please contact

Please note
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The closing date is for guidance only. Successful applicants will be invited to interview at the earliest opportunity. The Learning Academies Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.