About this role
External Advert – Rufford Primary School
Vacancy: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice
Start date: September 2026
Contract details: Fixed Term for the duration of the apprenticeship (Typical duration 18 month)
Part Time
32.5 Hours Per Week
Term Time Only (39 weeks per year)
Salary details: National Apprenticeship Rate
We are a Multi Academy Trust comprising of six secondary schools and one primary school with over 750 employees and over 5,500 students, based in Dudley, West Midlands.
We are offering the opportunity to earn while you learn on a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard Apprenticeship based at Rufford Primary School.
You will gain training whilst you are employed
Achieve nationally recognised qualifications
Benefit from coaching and mentoring from industry professionals
The successful candidate will;
Work with children and support them in their learning
Be positive in their approach to their work and all members of the school community
Work as part of the school team
Support every child to achieve their very best
Qualifications and Experience:
Candidates will need English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4/C or above, Level 2 Functional Skills, or equivalent. Those who do not currently meet this requirement must be willing to work towards achieving it alongside their apprenticeship.
Demonstrate a passion for the education sector
Apprenticeship details:
Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Training Provider: LMP Education
The course is delivered in the workplace only. An assessor will be allocated to you to progress / help you through you course.
At the end of your training, you will complete a range of assessments, which may include exams, coursework, a portfolio of evidence and an End-Point Assessment, leading to the achievement of a Level 3 qualification.
For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Ms Pippa Laight, PA to the Headteacher on 01384 686717.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 13th July 2026
We do reserve the right to clo