Opogo employs Teaching Assistants directly and seconds them into your school for the full academic year (typically 39 weeks). This means you gain a dedicated member of support staff without the administrative complexity.
• Invest in staff – converts recruitment into long-term workforce value
• Save money – unlocks fully funded training and development through existing levy budgets
• Quality staff – strengthens engagement, performance, and confidence of Teaching Assistants in role
• Save time – the Apprentice is managed by Opogo, not your school, so there’s no additional workload for your team
Opogo, in partnership with our training provider, offer three national apprenticeship courses that develops skills for learners in educational settings. The result – your fully compliant and accredited TA pipeline.
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 3
• Typically 12–13 months
• Learn training, workplace learning, and Assessment
Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship with SEND Level 3
• Typically 12–13 months
• Learn training, workplace learning, and Assessment
Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5
• Typically 15–18 months
• Workplace learning, specialist training and Assessment
Before entering school, every apprentice will complete a preparation programme designed to build the essential skills for immediate classroom impact.
This bespoke two-day programme equips candidates to work confidently in schools, covering safeguarding, professional conduct and expectations, practical classroom support, alongside Team Teach Level 1 Positive Behaviour Training to manage challenging situations.
Onsite orientation including school specific policies can also be included if required.
Training is fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy, unlocking existing funding streams to support your school and enable access to high-quality, trained support staff.
Levy-funded payments are managed through the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and paid directly to our approved training provider, ensuring a fully funded approach.
All administration is managed by Opogo alongside our Ofsted-inspected training provider, ensuring a smooth, compliant experience throughout the full apprenticeship journey.
Delivered in partnership with an ESFA-approved training provider, aligned to national standards, approved curriculum frameworks, and current policy and funding guidance.
Develop a strong pipeline of trained, school-ready staff who provide meaningful support and deliver sustained long-term value across your setting.
Opogo, as the employer, manages administration, compliance, and pastoral support, coordinating with the training provider while requiring no additional input from your school.
