Apprentice Teaching Assistant
Maltby Lilly Hall Academy, Rotherham, South Yorkshire, S66 8AU6 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2026
Closing date
27 July 2026 at 9am
Date listed
20 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
Working pattern
- Full time: 34 hours per week term time
Contract type
- Fixed term - Apprenticeship
Pay scale
- Apprentice Rate: £8.00 per hour for 6 months rising to age-related minimum wage. £15,434 - £24,521 Per Annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Maltby Lilly Hall Academy for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team. The successful candidate will:
- establish good relationships with students and responding appropriately to individual needs• work with the teacher to establish an appropriate learning environment• support students consistently, whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
The ideal candidate will:
- be committed to Maltby Learning Trust's Vision and Values and the Academy's Key Drivers.
- be a driven, proactive, and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards.
- have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour.
- be 100% committed in supporting the Academy uphold the highest expectations of students
- Work proactively with other colleagues, leaders and multi-agencies to support all students;
- have the ability to engage, inspire and build excellent relationships with both students and staff;
- have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Maltby Lilly Hall Academy operates.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities:
- effective communication skills
- IT skills
- organisation skills
- problem solving skills
- presentation skills
- administrative skills
- number skills
- analytical skills
- be logical
- pay attention to detail
- be a team player
- be creative
- use their initiative
- be non-judgemental
- be patient
- possess an excellent timekeeping and attendance record
The qualifications below are essential to access the apprenticeship programme:
- GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Mathematics and English (Grade Level 2) essential
- GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English (Grade C/4 or above) essential
What the school offers its staff
In return we offer:
- A Trust and Academy staff body that is fully aligned to deliver our Vision: Delivering exceptional learning experiences that enable all students to thrive in a competitive world and lead successful and fulfilling lives;
- Modern, purpose-built learning spaces, which inspire exceptional teaching and learning;
- A highly supportive induction programme and access to mentoring from an experienced team.
- An opportunity to work collaboratively within a Multi Academy Trust;
- A range of employee benefits including:
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 24/7 access to telephone/video GP service
- Cash healthcare plan.
- Staff Rewards Gateway
- Smart Tech
Upon completion of the 16-month apprenticeship programme, the candidate will:
- have undertaken an advanced Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. All training will take place on site in the workplace
- understand how pupils learn and develop
- know how to work with teachers to support assessments
- have gained knowledge of curriculum
- know how to develop strategies to support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning
- have gained communication and teamwork skills
- know how to solve problems and motivate pupils
- know how to build relationships
As well as ensuring full competency as a Teaching Assistant, this standard provides a foundation for potential progression into a number of career paths in the Educational sector including Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Assistant Teacher and Teacher.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Maltby Lilly Hall Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 2 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 452 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- info@maltbylillyhallacademy.com
Maltby Lilly Hall Academy is part of the Maltby Learning Trust and is an exciting and dynamic workplace which offers an exceptional learning experience to all its pupils. As part of the Maltby Learning Trust, the person appointed will be joining a highly inspirational and ambitious organisation, which strives for excellence in all it does to achieve the best possible outcomes for its pupils. The Trust is a successful and highly collaborative partnership of Academies committed to raising the educational ambitions of the community in which it sits. As part of the Trust, we can offer successful candidates a wide variety of opportunities for development and progression across all phases. We guarantee we will invest in you and your career.
Arranging a visit to Maltby Lilly Hall Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email info@maltbylillyhallacademy.com.
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