Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Boston West Academy, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 7QG

3 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  22 June 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  7 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: National Government Apprentice Wage
• Additional allowances:

  National Government Apprentice Wage

Teaching Assistant Apprentice job summary

Our school is proud to be part of Anthem, a multi-academy trust that creates ambitious and successful schools where every child thrives.

Boston West Academy is a forward-thinking and innovative primary school with a passion for learning beyond the classroom, including through its inspirational and award-winning grounds. Boston West Academy believes that strong, positive relationships provide the foundation for success and promotes a culture shaped by care, collaboration, attitude, respect and equality, alongside a commitment to innovative experiences that make learning enjoyable and meaningful.

Apprentice Teaching Assistant - Role Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Apprentice Teaching Assistant to support children’s learning and development within our school. Working under the guidance of teachers, you will support individuals and small groups of pupils, helping them to develop educational, personal and social skills through structured activities and play-based learning.

You will assist with classroom activities, prepare learning resources, support pupil supervision, and help monitor and record progress. The role also involves supporting children’s daily routines, including transitions, play, and mealtimes, while building positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will gain valuable experience while completing your apprenticeship, contributing to a safe, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

What we’re looking for

We are seeking someone who:

• Is a positive and reliable team player
• Communicates well with children, parents, and colleagues
• Is organised and able to manage their time effectively
• Has a good sense of humour and enjoys working with children
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality
• Has basic IT skills

Experience working with children (paid or voluntary) is desirable but not essential. GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent) are preferred.

Benefits

As part of Anthem Schools Trust, staff benefit from a supportive working environment and access to a range of employee benefits, including health and wellbeing support, professional development opportunities and financial benefits.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, visitors and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, suitable references and other essential checks. Staff involved in recruitment and selection are trained in safer recruitment, and all staff and volunteers undertake child protection training.

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

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and require all staff and volunteers to share and demonstrate this commitment. The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification and will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks which will, where applicable, include a health check, a DBS check with children’s barred list and satisfactory references. Our schools are part of Anthem Schools Trust, which is a charity and a company limited by guaranteed. Registered in England & Wales. Company No. 7468210.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Boston West Academy

• School type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 415 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Boston West Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/boston-west-academy

Boston West Academy is a successful, happy and inclusive 4 -11 primary school in Boston, South Lincolnshire. Having been judged as outstanding by Ofsted in 2016, we are proud of what we have achieved over the past few years.  We are committed to developing our pupils both individually and as team players, able to work collaboratively in their learning. Our high expectations and high-quality teaching allow our children to achieve and become inquisitive, motivated and passionate lifelong learners.

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