Teaching Assistant

Level 3

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Teaching Assistant

Level 3

No formal entry requirements

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

12-month practical period, 3 months EPA

Standard Overview

The Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship equips learners with essential skills to support classroom delivery, foster learner development, and uphold safe learning environments across all educational settings—from primary schools to further education colleges.

Standard Overview

No formal entry requirements

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

12-month practical period, 3 months EPA

Teaching Assistant apprentices' key areas of training are:

Delivering individual and small group teaching under teacher direction.
Adapting lesson planning to meet learners’ needs.
Implementing safeguarding policies and promoting safe practices.
Supporting and collaborating with education professionals.
Encouraging and managing positive learning behaviours.
Contributing to the creation of a safe and stimulating learning environment.
Understanding and working within national safeguarding legislation.
Following organisational policies and procedures within educational settings.

Typical responsibilities

Typical responsibilities for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice could include, but are not limited to:

Supporting teachers to enhance learning outcomes.
Working effectively with SEND, EAL, and disadvantaged learners.
Promoting positive behaviour and safeguarding.
Delivering individual and small group instruction.
Adapting planning under teacher guidance.
Creating engaging, inclusive environments.

Teaching Assistant apprentices' key areas of training are:

Delivering individual and small group teaching under teacher direction.
Adapting lesson planning to meet learners’ needs.
Implementing safeguarding policies and promoting safe practices.
Supporting and collaborating with education professionals.
Encouraging and managing positive learning behaviours.
Contributing to the creation of a safe and stimulating learning environment.
Understanding and working within national safeguarding legislation.
Following organisational policies and procedures within educational settings.

Typical responsibilities

Typical responsibilities for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice could include, but are not limited to:

Supporting teachers to enhance learning outcomes.
Working effectively with SEND, EAL, and disadvantaged learners.
Promoting positive behaviour and safeguarding.
Delivering individual and small group instruction.
Adapting planning under teacher guidance.
Creating engaging, inclusive environments.

Apprenticeships available nationally

100% pass rate. Every student, every time.

Over 4% higher than the national average on achievement rates across all areas of the Apprenticeship Accountability Framework

75% distinction rate. Excellence isn’t the goal; it’s the standard.

Apprenticeships available nationally

100% pass rate. Every student, every time.

64.6% achievement rate. Our apprentices don’t just begin; they achieve success.

75% distinction rate. Excellence isn’t the goal; it’s the standard.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but a keen interest in this field is essential. Applicants must be prepared for both shift work and travel.

Prior experience is not necessary, but useful and should be supported by a portfolio of evidence.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, but a keen interest in this field is essential. Applicants must be prepared for both shift work and travel.

Prior experience is not necessary, but useful and should be supported by a portfolio of evidence.

Modules

Safe Working Practises
Electrical Fundamentals
Equipment Testing & Troubleshooting
Maintaining Equipment
Performance Spaces
Stage/Production Management Principles
Problem Solving
Lighting Equipment
Audio Equipment
Industry Awareness
Wellbeing
Programming and Operations
Storage and Logistics (Part 1)
Storage and Logistics (Part 2)

Technical Specifications – Lighting
Technical Specifications – Audio
LOLER
Automation
Scene Changes
Maintenance of Venue Systems
History of Theatre
Venue Budgeting
Production Design
Assemble and Configure Project Planning
Assemble and Configure Project – Execution

Modules

Apprentices will cover the following modules:

Excellence in Professional Practice
Foundations of Learning and Development in Learners
Effective Pedagogy and Instructional Strategies
Protecting Apprentices Minds
Powerful Connections: Mastering Communication & Teamwork in Education

Modules

Apprentices will cover the following modules:

Excellence in Professional Practice
Foundations of Learning and Development in Learners
Effective Pedagogy and Instructional Strategies
Protecting Apprentices Minds
Powerful Connections: Mastering Communication & Teamwork in Education

Employer Testimonials

PRG

"Access Industry consistently delivers an unparalleled level of excellence in their support for PRG's Live Event Technician Apprenticeship and Live Events Assistant Apprenticeship programs. Their bespoke service not only meets but exceeds our expectations, ensuring a seamless and enriching learning experience for our apprentices. Access Industry's commitment to personalised support and guidance sets the standard for exceptional partnership working in the realm of live event education."

NEC

“The combination of in-venue experience and regular training, provides our two Live Event Technician apprentices with plentiful opportunity to enhance the skills they’ve learnt in the classroom, on-the-job with our conventions team. It has been a pleasure to work with Access Industry since 2022 and we look forward to supporting more students with their apprenticeships.”

4Wall

“Access Industry has supported us from the outset, they were committed to understanding the unique needs of our business and has been on hand at each stage of the onboarding process to answer any questions. Our apprentices have consistently demonstrated adaptability, teamwork skills and an eagerness to learn, and the curriculum provided by Access Industry has supported our apprenticeship team with the theory and knowledge necessary to thrive in our industry. It has been great to work collaboratively with Access Industry and we look forward to developing our relationship further in the future.”

Eclipse

“Our apprentice, though new to the industry, has made a positive impact on the team by demonstrating a strong willingness to learn, adaptability, and a proactive approach to tasks. Access Industry's apprenticeship programme is highly recommended for organisations seeking to develop skills in individuals with little or no prior experience. The program facilitates a seamless transition, allowing companies to play a vital role in shaping and enhancing the skills of apprentices, ensuring they contribute effectively to the relevant industry. ”

The Chameleon Agency

“Finding an apprentice through Access Industry has been a blessing for our agency. Not only was the process incredibly simple but the talent at Access Industry is brilliant. It has been great working with them and having Amber as part of our team. She has developed brilliantly and is now working across internal and external projects of all sizes.”

Employer Testimonials

PRG

NEC

“The combination of in-venue experience and regular training, provides our two Live Event Technician apprentices with plentiful opportunity to enhance the skills they’ve learnt in the classroom, on-the-job with our conventions team. It has been a pleasure to work with Access Creative College since 2022 and we look forward to supporting more students with their apprenticeships.”

4Wall

“Access Creative has supported us from the outset, they were committed to understanding the unique needs of our business and has been on hand at each stage of the onboarding process to answer any questions. Our apprentices have consistently demonstrated adaptability, teamwork skills and an eagerness to learn, and the curriculum provided by Access Creative has supported our apprenticeship team with the theory and knowledge necessary to thrive in our industry. It has been great to work collaboratively with Access Creative and we look forward to developing our relationship further in the future.”

Eclipse

“Our apprentice, though new to the industry, has made a positive impact on the team by demonstrating a strong willingness to learn, adaptability, and a proactive approach to tasks. Access Industry's (NCCI) apprenticeship programme is highly recommended for organisations seeking to develop skills in individuals with little or no prior experience. The program facilitates a seamless transition, allowing companies to play a vital role in shaping and enhancing the skills of apprentices, ensuring they contribute effectively to the relevant industry. ”

The Chameleon Agency

“Finding an apprentice through Access Industry has been a blessing for our agency. Not only was the process incredibly simple but the talent at Access is brilliant. It has been great working with them and having Amber as part of our team. She has developed brilliantly and is now working across internal and external projects of all sizes.”

Where do you see yourself?

This apprenticeship equips you with the skills to go onto:

Teaching Assistant

Assists the classroom teacher by supporting students in their learning, providing one-on-one or small group assistance, and helping with lesson preparation and classroom management.

Classroom Assistant

Assists teachers in the daily operation of the classroom by setting up materials, supervising activities, and supporting student engagement and behaviour.

Learning Support Assistant

Focuses on helping pupils with additional learning needs, such as those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), by delivering targeted interventions and adapting resources to aid understanding.

Specialist Curriculum Support

Provides expert assistance in specific subject areas (e.g., maths, science, languages), often working with pupils who need extra help to access the curriculum or stretch their abilities in a focused subject.

Support Assistant

Provides general support throughout the school, including administrative tasks, supervising students during breaks, and offering flexible learning assistance as needed.

Where do you see yourself?

This apprenticeship equips you with the skills to go onto:

Teaching Assistant

The Director of Photography (DOP) is the lead cinematographer responsible for the visual style of a film or TV production. Working closely with the director, they determine lighting and camera choices for each scene, overseeing the camera and lighting crews to ensure every shot enhances the story visually.

Classroom Assistant

The Gaffer leads the electrical department, working under the DOP to design and execute the lighting plan. They manage the lighting team, select and position equipment, and ensure the setups align with the DOP’s vision, balancing creativity with technical expertise.

Learning Support Assistant

The Best Boy is the Gaffer’s main assistant and second-in-command of the lighting department. Specifically, the Best Boy Electric organises the crew, manages equipment, coordinates power distribution, and handles scheduling and timecards.

Specialist Curriculum Support

The Rigging Gaffer leads the rigging crew in setting up pre-lighting and power infrastructure before the shooting crew arrives. They install lighting rigs, run cable, and prepare the set, enabling the shooting gaffer and crew to adjust the setup on shoot day quickly. This role is crucial for keeping productions on schedule.

Support Assistant

The Charge Hand supervises electricians or lighting technicians under the Gaffer or Best Boy, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely according to the lighting plan. They act as a liaison between management and the crew, addressing technical issues and assigning tasks.

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Understanding the industry (terms & relationships)

Health and safety standards including: manual handling, work at height, provision and use of work equipment, construction (design and management), noise, first aid, working hours, electricity at work, fire & emergency procedures, accident reporting and Technical Standards for Places of Entertainment.
Security and control of equipment protocols.
Management structures within a venue, etiquette and culture, including communication protocols and interdependencies of departments.
Relevant industry bodies and their roles e.g. HSE, ABTT, BECTU principles of stage and production management.
Creative venue safety systems.
The history, styles, architecture, terminology and acoustics of creative venues.

Planning

The selection of the correct tools and equipment for tasks such as assembling scenic components and truss and rigging lighting, audio and video equipment.
Computer-aided design – viewing, extracting information and realising specifications from system designs e.g. stage plans, lighting plans and sound schematics.
Environmental and sustainability protocols e.g. correct disposal of different lamp types and electronic equipment, reduction in use of PVC products.
Approaches to problem solving – to achieve the creative team’s requirements within the appropriate venue or production’s resources.
Competently use safety and access equipment e.g. personal and fall protection equipment, ladders, access towers and tallescopes.
Assemble and configure structures and systems from component parts.

Production Processes, Performance & Maintenance

The agreed industry safe working procedure: e.g. The Code of Conduct for Get-ins, Fit-ups and Getouts.
Recognition of production design elements – scenic, lighting, audio and visual e.g. means of scenic construction: timber, metal and textile. The properties of electricity, fixed and temporary electrical systems; theory, practice and safety e.g. to enable portable appliance testing of relevant technical equipment.
The properties of mechanical and electromechanical systems e.g. to enable the assembly and monitoring of hydraulic systems for scenic effect.
Lifting operations; theory and practice e.g. to enable monitoring of a lifting operation in compliance with LOLER such as performer flying.
How to identify potential improvements to systems and procedures to better enable the realisation of the creative team’s vision for the production.
Housekeeping – keeping venue work and storage areas clean, tidy and free from the build-up of waste materials.

To be eligible, applicants must be aged 16 or over, living in England and not taking part in full-time education. If they are already employed, they can start an apprenticeship in their current job to help them progress to a higher level position.

Apprenticeships range from Level 2 to Level 7. The levels and their equivalent qualifications are listed below:

Level 2 = 4 GCSEs

Level 3 = 3 A Levels

Level 4 & 5 = Foundation degree and HNC/D

Level 6 = Bachelor’s Degree

Level 7 = Master’s Degree

Access Industry currently offers apprenticeships up to Level 4, but we continually update available apprenticeships to meet learner needs and industry trends.