This apprenticeship is all about providing support in the classroom. You will earn as you learn, working alongside teachers, carrying out duties like lesson preparation, working with small groups or individuals allowing the teacher to concentrate on teaching the class. You may be able to specialise in areas like music or special needs.

You could go on to a higher education course such as a foundation degree or Higher Level Teaching Assistant training. You could also find employment as a teaching, classroom, or learning support assistant, a behaviour support assistant or co-ordinator, a pastoral or welfare support assistant, a bilingual support assistant or a team leader.