Kickstart Your Career as a Teaching Assistant Apprentice at Leigh UTC Dartford

Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives and eager to launch your career in education? Do you thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment where your contribution truly matters? If so, we want to hear from you!

Leigh UTC Dartford is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our welcoming and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain invaluable, hands-on experience, develop essential skills, and build a solid foundation for a rewarding career in education.

Why Join Us?

• Welcoming and Supportive Team: At Leigh UTC Dartford, you'll be part of a collaborative and nurturing team that is committed to your success. You'll receive guidance, mentorship, and the opportunity to grow in your role as you learn on the job.

• Vibrant and Diverse Community: Our school is proud to be a hub of diversity, fostering an inclusive and engaging environment for both students and staff.

• Real-World Impact: You'll play a direct role in supporting student learning and well-being every day, making a tangible difference in their educational journey.

Who We’re Looking For

You’ll bring excellent communication skills, a natural empathy, and a collaborative spirit. Applicants should be professional, personable, and above all else, have a positive work ethic and can-do attitude with a genuine commitment to supporting pupils. A desire to learn and develop within a school setting is a must.

If you're ready to start your career in education with real-world experience and dedicated support, apply today!

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This is an opportunity that offers a great chance to learn on the job while earning and gaining a qualification. If you're ready to take the first step in your career, apply now and join our incredible team at Leigh UTC Dartford!

Working with us at Leigh UTC Dartford

At Leigh UTC Dartford, we create opportunities for meaningful collaboration for staff, we provide a respectful working environment and we encourage innovation from every member of our team. Our Principal, Governors, teaching and support staff believe wholeheartedly in creating opportunities for lifelong success for our young people and believe that exam success is just one aspect in achieving this. We deliver amazing experiences for students whilst not compromising on outcomes. Our teamwork allows us to be greater than the sum of our parts - join us to achieve more than you thought possible. Click here to visit our website and find out more!

Curriculum is king and we do things a little differently to other schools or colleges because we believe the most effective way to educate our students is to make our learning more hands-on. With the International Baccalaureate Middle Years programme (MYP) at KS3, GCSEs at KS4, and A-levels, T-levels and the International Baccalaureate Careers Programme (IBCP) at KS5, our ambitious curriculum offer caters for choice, leading the vast majority of students into STEM-related careers or courses.

Applying for this Opportunity

Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you’d like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don’t hesitate to contact Amy Wenban (Recruitment Advisor): amy.wenban@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 205.

To support your application, we recommend viewing the Job Pack by clicking here, which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we’re looking for.

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.