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Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School is one of seven schools which forms part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join us for a period of up to 18 months. The role is based in Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School and offered at 32.5 hours per week and on a term-time basis. Within your apprenticeship you may be required to work different year groups, supporting teaching & learning in a variety of ways, including group work and one to one support, with the aim that all pupils can access our curriculum. The apprenticeship will commence once conditional offer checks are completed.

As an apprentice you will develop skills, knowledge and experience of working within Education and you will also develop:

• An understanding of current statutory guidance including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Part 1, Safeguarding policies, prevent strategy.
• Recognise different stages of child development through school e.g. transition between key stages and year groups.
• Support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning.

Employee benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities

Working Week

32.5 hours Monday to Friday, term-time only

Qualifications Required

• Have 5 GCSE’s at Grades A-C/9-4 (including English and Maths) or hold an equivalent and relevant qualification

Personal Qualities

• Be reliable, flexible and have a passion for working in schools

Skills Required

• Communicate effectively in a variety of situations and with people at all levels
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required
• Teaching Assistant L3 Apprenticeship Standard

Future Prospects

Skills that you can apply to a role in schools, as a qualified Teaching Assistant.

Apprenticeship Duration

12 Months

Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Company: Realise Training

Salary: £8 to £8 an hour

Hours: Full-time

Location: Newton Aycliffe, DL5 7DD

Job type: Apprenticeship

Posting date: 21 Sept 2026

Closing date: 8 Oct 2026

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