Why Choose Aspirations Learning Institute?

The support and mentorship I received through my training was exceptional. I felt part of a community from day one, and the practical experience in real classrooms prepared me brilliantly for my teaching career.

The apprenticeships run by Aspirations Learning Institute provide an excellent learning experience, which I would highly recommend to anyone considering a career in education. The balance of support, guidance, and learning on the job while gaining practical experience has been invaluable. My practice continues to improve daily as a result of the knowledge and feedback I receive through my apprenticeship.

Ebony Wood

L5 STA Apprentice

One of the things I really appreciate about this course is the opportunity to learn new strategies and approaches that I can immediately use within my role, ultimately enhancing my practice and better supporting the pupils I work with. The combination of academic study and practical experience has made it a really fulfilling and an enjoyable course for me.

The opportunity to train locally to my home has been a significant benefit. It has made the programme accessible and manageable alongside work and personal commitments. Being able to earn a salary whilst learning has also reduced financial pressure and allowed me to focus fully on my professional development. This structure has made the apprenticeship both sustainable and rewarding, ensuring that I could immediately apply new learning within my setting and measure the impact as I developed through the qualification.

Annelise Gooch

Former L5 Apprentice

The Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant course has helped me build confidence, develop my practice, and work towards my goal of achieving QTS. Clare is always there to help, whether it’s answering a quick question or offering support when things feel overwhelming, and the support from my school has been equally fantastic. Being able to earn while learning in a real classroom environment is hugely motivating, and I would highly recommend this route to anyone considering a career in teaching. Thank you, ALT, for giving me the opportunity to flourish in a role I truly love and feel passionate about.

Chloe McGoldrick

L5 STA Apprentice

The thing that I most appreciated about the format of this course was that I was in class from day one. The nature of this apprenticeship is very focused around learning on the job. This meant that anything I picked up through online study could be immediately applied to my classroom practice and I could really see the effect and purpose of the theory. Working alongside an experienced teacher helped me to build my confidence quickly.

Joseph Haley

Former Apprentice. Current ECT