Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5

Applications are not yet open for this programme. We expect to be taking full applications in November with the first intake starting in January, 2025.

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The Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5 prepares individuals to support learners across various educational settings, including primary, secondary, special schools, and further education institutions.

Specialist teaching assistants work with students of all ages, often focusing on special educational needs (SEND), social and emotional well-being, or specific curriculum areas like EAL, forest schools, or music education. The role involves planning, implementing, and adapting learning activities, while drawing on research and reflective practice.

Specialist teaching assistants build relationships with learners, families, and professionals, contributing to the development of inclusive, supportive learning environments. They are responsible for supporting both individual and group learning, ensuring student safety, and assisting with assessment and evaluation processes. Additionally, they may train and support colleagues in their specialist area.

Specialist teaching assistants choose from three main pathways:

• SEND – Supporting learners with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Social and Emotional Well-being – Focusing on mental health and emotional support.
• Curriculum Provision – Specialising in subject-specific interventions such as early reading or maths, forest school, or EAL.