Level 3 Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Willoughby Academy, Bourne, Lincolnshire, PE10 9JD

29 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  8 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  6 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Part time: 32.5 hours
• Contract type: Fixed term - 18 months
• Pay scale: National Apprentice Wage

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to recruit a Level 3 Apprentice Teaching Assistant who is highly motivated, dedicated and passionate about education, to join our successful and supportive team, here at Willoughby Academy. Self-confidence and enthusiasm combined with energy and perseverance are a prerequisite.

During the Apprenticeship you will undertake the Teaching Assistant Level 3 qualification. You will be providing support to teaching staff by assisting in the delivery of class-based tasks to groups or individual students.

The successful candidate will be;

• A highly motivated and inspirational
• Creative and innovative, with excellent communication and inter-personal skills
• Committed to maximising pupil progress
• Adaptable and eager to meet the changing demands of the Academy and the needs of all pupils
• Able to motivate, lead, support and challenge pupils and staff to be successful
• Committed to the inclusion of all children with special educational needs
• A team player who shares the Willoughby vision
• Able to support specific needs in accordance with the requirements of pupils individual Educational Health and Care Plans.

GCSE Maths and English Grade C and above, or equivalent are required for this role. However, applications will be considered for this position from candidates who do not hold these qualifications as Functional Skills training will be given to the successful applicant. Good interpersonal skills are vital, with a desire to develop techniques to motivate and support young people.

What the school offers its staff

Willoughby is an all needs, through Academy (2 – 19) for students with moderate, severe, profound and complex needs. We offer a highly supportive learning environment with excellent facilities. Enthusiasm combined with energy and perseverance are a prerequisite; as is the desire to be involved in all aspects of the development of a cutting edge Special Academy, at the forefront of educational improvement and attainment.

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Support Staff Job Description Willoughby Apprentice Teaching Assistant.pdf - 199 KB (opens in new tab)

About Willoughby Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 19
• School size: 144 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Willoughby Academy website
• Email address: dtebbutt@prioryacademies.co.uk
• Phone number: 01778 425203
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/willoughby-academy

Arranging a visit to Willoughby Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email dtebbutt@prioryacademies.co.uk.

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