Location
South Norwood, Greater London

Hours
Full Time (hours to be confirmed by the academy)

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Start your career in education and make a real difference every day. Join Oasis Academy Arena as an Apprentice Teaching Assistant and help young people thrive, achieve, and reach their full potential. Oasis Academy Arena is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and caring Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive and supportive academy community. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to begin a rewarding career in education while gaining valuable hands-on experience and working towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff, you will help pupils access learning, develop confidence and independence, and make positive progress both academically and personally. You will play an important role in supporting the wellbeing and achievement of all pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Key Responsibilities
- Support teaching and learning within the classroom.
- Work with individual pupils and small groups to support progress.
- Assist pupils with SEND to access learning opportunities.
- Promote positive behaviour, wellbeing, and inclusion.
- Support the delivery of engaging learning activities.
- Help create a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment.
- Work closely with teachers and other support staff.
- Complete apprenticeship training, coursework, and assessments.
- Support pupils' personal care needs where required.

What We Offer
- Fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.
- Dedicated mentoring and support throughout the programme.
- Practical classroom experience alongside skilled education professionals.
- Opportunities for career progression within Oasis Community Learning.
- A welcoming, inclusive, and supportive academy environment.

Safeguarding
Oasis Academy Arena is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks.

Join us and help every young person flourish, achieve and realise their potential. Apply today and start your journey with Oasis Academy Arena.

Interview Date
20th August 2026

Experience
No prior experience required. Enthusiasm and a genuine interest in working with children and young people is essential.

About you
Motivated, enthusiastic, caring and committed to supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing. You should be able to work well within a team, be patient and adaptable, and have a positive attitude towards education and inclusion. A willingness to learn and develop your skills through the apprenticeship programme is vital.

Qualifications
No formal qualifications are required to start this apprenticeship. You will work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification as part of the programme.