This occupation is found in primary, secondary, special schools, alternative provision, further education institutionssuch as sixth forms and colleges, and a range of other education settings such as music hubs.
Specialist teachingassistants will work alongside colleagues to inspire learners to progress and achieve well. In the Early Years, specialisms are achieved throughcontinuing professional development opportunities subsequent to staff achieving a recognised qualification whichenables them to work in a setting in accordance with the Early Years qualification requirements and standards.
Specialist teaching assistants may support provision related to special educationalneeds and disability (SEND), thesocial and emotional well-being, of learners, or within another area of specialist curriculum provision such as forestschools, EAL, subject-based interventions or music education.
Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
Suitable employment on or prior to starting the apprenticeship training programme.
An appropriate level of maths and English (assessed prior to apprenticeship start)
Apprentices without English or maths (at Level 2 for a Level 3 Apprenticeship or Level 1 for a Level 2 Apprenticeship) must achieve this prior to taking the End Point Assessment).
We can support you to achieve the desired level of maths and English, through functional skills taught sessions which are mandatory to attend as part of your programme (you cannot achieve your apprenticeship without the required level of maths and English).
