Job Introduction
Join the Kirton Primary School team and train alongside professional staff to qualify as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant.
Apprentice Teaching Assistants – 2 Vacancies
Apprenticeship level: Advanced, Level 3
Details of the apprenticeship can be found here:
Teaching Assistant Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3 - Boston College
Entry Qualifications
To study the Teaching Assistant Advanced Apprenticeship Level 3, you will need to have 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above (old GCSE grade C or above) or equivalent, including English and Maths.
Hourly wage
Details can be found at https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice/pay-and-conditions
Working week
Monday to Friday term time only to cover the school day plus up to ten twilight sessions a year. Released one afternoon a week to attend college sessions (these may be via Teams).
Duties to include:
• To be involved in the planning and record keeping of children’s development
• Sharing in the care and well-being of the children throughout the nursery
• Assisting in creating a stimulating environment that enhances the children’s social and educational development
• Developing children’s social skills by supporting children in groups
• Providing support to the teacher across a range of child centred activities to promote child development and learning.
• Following and implementing the school’s behaviour policy and any related policies and procedures.
• Maintaining and respecting confidentiality.
• Attending team meetings and training when required.
• Attending college when required and keeping up to date with coursework.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service, barred list check, references and medical checks. Pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Closing Date: Friday 19th June 2026.
Please contact Lisa Lea, Senior Administrator for an application pack on 01205 722236 or email lisa.lea@kirton-boston.lincs.sch.uk
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
