Capella Primary School - Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

If you love to support young people and make a difference, this is your chance to take your first steps into the classroom. Capella Primary School are looking for a Teaching Assistant apprentice to work under the direction and instruction of appropriate staff to support access to learning for students. The successful apprentice will inspire students with additional needs and support those who need that bit of extra support.

Duties;

• Assist the teachers to prepare the classrooms and clear up after use keeping the classroom in good order
• In conjunction with the teacher to proactively provide challenging learning opportunities.
• To help with the planning, preparing, monitoring and assessing of the learning activities.
• To implement strategies for teaching and learning differentiated to differing groups and pupils.
• To be familiar with pupil’s individual targets, EHCP outcomes and individual lesson plans.
• To use initiative and proactively facilitate the progress, integration and inclusion of pupils.
• To supervise pupils at breaks and lunch
• To accompany pupils on trips and outside learning
• Ensure the safety of pupils, staff and self using Team Teach
• Support pupils during integration opportunities or work experience placements
• Provide general admin support to the teacher
• In collaboration with the class teacher liaise with parents and other professionals, maintaining a professional approach at all times
• To be responsible for promoting and Safeguarding the welfare of pupils.
• To provide support for pupils' emotional and social development by encouraging and modelling positive relationships.
• To use ICT to support the teaching and preparing of resources
• To follow the schools behaviour policy to support pupils
• Following school procedures to attend to pupil’s social, health, physical, behavioural and medical needs in accordance with individual pupils plans.
• Be aware of key school policies and procedures, especially the Health and Safety and Safeguarding Policies, reporting concerns to the appropriate person.
• Respect the confidentiality of pupil information and respond sensitively to pupils' needs.
• To proactively improve your own practice through observation, training and discussion.
• All staff to work towards the School Development objectives promoting a mutually respectful professional and positive school environment.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
• Become fully adept in supporting teachers with the planning of activities, as well as creating own activity plans
• Amplify knowledge of safeguarding and emergency procedures
• Understand legislation with regard to confidentiality, data protection, and information sharing

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Working week;

Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed

Expected duration;

16 months

Desired skills and personal qualities;

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications;

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) desirable
• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) desirable

Benefits;

• Eligible for an NUS card for discounts in shops and restaurants
• Eligible for an apprenticeship oyster card, 30% off travel
• Discount on Nandos, ASOS, Vue cinema and much more
• Earn while you learn
• No debt
• Automatic rise in pay after 12 months
• Prizes and vouchers to be won (apprentice of the month)
• Secure a job with little or no experience
• Remote learning
• Paid twice a month