Gwersyllt CP School - Early Years Teaching Assistant Apprentice LLNT

Gwersyllt CP School – Early Years Teaching Assistant Apprentice

As a teaching assistant you will support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom. You will work with children aged 4 to 11 years across the primary curriculum.

• Support learners with their language and literacy skills.
• Support pupils with additional learning needs (ALN).
• Support pupils with their numeracy, literacy and ICT skills.
• Assist in varying classroom activities and support children in the various areas within the class.
• Understand the safeguarding and behaviour policy and apply these within the classroom.
• Promote Welsh culture and language where appropriate.
• Work alongside teachers in various classroom roles.
• Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times within the school environment.

• Previous experience working with children (desirable).
• Experience with special educational needs (SEN) is desirable.
• Strong communication skills with both children and adults.
• Competent numeracy, literacy and ICT skills.
• Ability to self‑manage and organise own time effectively.
• Reliable, professional attitude and smart appearance.
• Desire to be a positive role model for young people.

• On‑job training gaining practical experience within a school setting.
• Off‑job training 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 of the apprenticeship.