Job Introduction
Job Title: Teaching Assistant Apprentice (TA), including midday supervisor duties.
Salary: £8.00 an hour
Hours: 32.5
Location: Cropthorne with Charlton First School
We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Apprentice (TA), including midday supervisor duties. This appointment is to support a wonderful child on a 1:1 basis and to offer interventions as a group of targeted children to achieve their learning potential. The position will be in either our reception class, KS1 or KS2.
Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School is a rural first school with mixed-age classes. Our school has a strong family ethos, a supportive team, and close community links, making it an excellent place to work.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our team at Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School. In this role, you will work closely with our class teachers to support the learning and development of our pupils, with a particular focus on those with special educational needs and disabilities.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils
* Promote pupils' independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion
* Provide support to pupils 1:1, individually or in groups, to help them access the curriculum, participate in learning, and experience a sense of achievement
* Support children in achieving their SEND targets set by the class teacher or SENCO, including 1:1 or group work
* Support Forest school sessions
* Assist with midday supervision duties, ensuring a safe and positive environment for our pupils during their lunch break
We are looking for someone with:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
* Commitment to supporting the diverse needs of all learners
* Relevant qualifications in education or a related field (desirable)
* Experience of working with children (this can include voluntary roles or work experience)
This is an excellent opportunity to join our supportive and close-knit school community. As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice at Cropthorne with Charlton CE First School, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our children and contribute to our family-oriented ethos while gaining a qualification.
Further details are available from the school via email: office@cropthorne.worcs.sch.uk
Please complete and return an Application Form by the closing date of 13th November 2026 Applications should be emailed. References will be requested and online checks will be made as part of our safer recruitment process.
Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.
Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.
Application Closing Date: 13th November
Anticipated Interview Date: TBC
