Overview of the role

The main role of a Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress.

Promoting self-belief, social inclusion and a high self-esteem play an integral part to pupils’ well-being; ensuring pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing, safe environment.

What is required for the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship?

In order to move through the gateway to End Point Assessment for your apprenticeship you must first complete the following elements.

• Meet the requirements for knowledge, skills, and behaviours.
• English – Functional Skills level 2 or GCSE C/4 or above if under 19 years of age
• Maths – Functional skills level 2 or GCSE C/4 or above if under 19 years of age
• Safeguarding Training
• Prevent Training
• Employer statement (see below)
• Portfolio of evidence for the Professional Discussion (including CPD log)
• Meet off the job hours.

Full achievement of the programme will not be possible until all components are complete.

Employer Statement

The End Point Assessment can only start once the employer is satisfied that the apprentice is consistently working at or above the level set out in the occupational standard, the employer may take advice from the apprentice’s training provider, but the decision must ultimately be made solely by the employer.

End Point Assessment

End Point Assessment is then carried out by an independent assessor and will consist of;

• A professional discussion based on a portfolio of evidence (graded fail, pass, or distinction)
• A practical observation with Q and A carried out at the apprentice’s workplace

Apprenticeship Standards

For more information on the apprenticeship standards please click on the link below:

Teaching assistant / Skills England