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Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5HS

This job expired on 16 July 2025 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  September Start

• Closing date

  16 July 2025 at 9am

• Date listed

  4 July 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Subjects: Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £7.55 Hourly National Apprenticeship Wage (starting at £7.55 per hour / £12,455)

Apprentice Teaching Assistant job summary

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

At Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy, we are looking to appoint an apprentice teaching assistant. The postholder will be required to work with individual SEN pupils in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff. You will support pupils in understanding instructions, keeping pupils on task and assist in the development of school initiatives.

This apprenticeship role is ideal for someone enthusiastic, motivated and eager to start a career in education. As an apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience while supporting staff and pupils in day-to-day activities. You will act as a key worker for SEND students if required and provide personal care when necessary.

As part of the apprenticeship, you will take part in training and complete coursework towards your qualification. The apprenticeship is supported by LMP and is a 12-month programme.

About the Academy

OIEA is an inclusive Academy, and our success to date is due to the fact we live and breathe our CARE values of Courage, Ambition, Respect and Excellence. These values help to determine our strong culture and create a climate in which every member of the school community is able to develop and improve. We are relentlessly positive and passionately care about the community that we serve.

Our success to date is due to the fact we live and breathe our CARE values of Courage, Ambition, Respect and Excellence. These values help to determine our strong culture and create a climate in which every member of the school community is able to develop and improve. We are relentlessly positive and passionately care about the community that we serve.

About you

We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in working in a school environment, with a keen willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

To be considered for the post you must have achieved a minimum of GCSE Grade C / Grade 4 or equivalent in maths and English and be prepared to undertake the apprenticeship training.

The role requires the postholder to have good communication and interpersonal skills. We are seeking someone who is reliable, punctual and professional.

Why Work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive

• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve

• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

We offer a competitive package of benefits for our staff including:

• A network of exceptional support staff, teachers, middle and senior leaders.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to achieve career development through excellent CPD opportunities (at a trust and school level)
• Vivup – lifestyle saving, cycle to work scheme, car salary sacrifice scheme, and employee assistance programme

To apply for the role please submit an application via the link above. Please note that CVs are not accepted.

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit please contact Mrs Meakin, PA to Principal and VPs on 0115 9303724 or by emailing kmeakin@oiea.co.uk.

Closing date for applications: 8th July 2025

Interviews to be held – 10th July 2025

Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 972 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ormiston-ilkeston-enterprise-academy

This is an exciting time to be joining our Academy. Our latest building houses the English, science and mathematics departments in state-of-the-art facilities. Our Academy is a vibrant and friendly place to teach, with 980 students currently on roll between 11-16 yrs.

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