Apprentice Classroom Support Assistant
Contract Term: TTO Term time only
Hours per Week: 28
Your First Step into a Meaningful Career in Education Starts Here!
Are you ready to begin an exciting journey in the classroom? We’re offering a unique opportunity to join us as a Classroom Support Assistant while working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Rainhill High School, fully supported and funded.
This role is perfect for someone who’s passionate about helping young people thrive and wants to develop the skills and confidence to work in education long-term. Whether you’re looking to retrain, return to work, or just getting started, we’ll support you every step of the way.
Responsibilities
You'll be right at the heart of the classroom, supporting pupils across all abilities and backgrounds, especially those with SEND.
Working under the guidance of experienced teachers and mentors, you’ll:
Support for Pupils
- Work 1:1 or with small groups to help pupils stay on track
- Support personal, emotional, and social development
- Encourage independence, resilience, and confidence
- Contribute to setting and reviewing learning targets
- Promote inclusive learning for all pupils, especially those with SEND
- Offer positive feedback and encouragement in line with lesson goals
- Maintain a safe, supportive environment in line with safeguarding policies
Support for the Teacher
- Assist with delivering creative, engaging lessons
- Help deliver specific interventions for targeted learners
- Keep track of pupil progress and classroom behaviour
- Support behaviour strategies and classroom routines
Support for the Curriculum
- Support pupils in using technology and digital tools
- Help adapt lessons for different learning styles and abilities
- Maintain and organise learning materials and equipment
Support for the School
- Contribute to a calm and purposeful learning environment
- Support school values of inclusion, respect, and ambition
- Build positive relationships with staff, parents, and students.
- Supervise pupils during non-lesson times (before school, break, lunch, trips)
- Uphold confidentiality and follow all school policies and procedures
Who We're Looking For
We’re not expecting you to have it all, this is a role where you’ll learn on the job. But we are looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about working with young people
- Friendly, proactive, and eager to learn
- A great communicator and team player
- Organised, dependable, and ready to get involved
- Committed to making education inclusive and meaningful for all
Why Join Us?
This is more than a job, it’s your chance to build a career with purpose.
- Gain hands-on classroom experience from day one
- Work towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (nationally recognised)
- Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths (if not already achieved at GCSE grade 4/C or above).
- Practical school-based experience in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- A clear development pathway for a long-term career in education.
- Be part of a supportive, welcoming, and inspiring team
- Get real opportunities for development and progression
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to grow, we want to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: £9,428.44-£15,242.84 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Canteen
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
