Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Main Responsibilities:

Using acquired skills, support and deliver learning activities and contribute to the development of work programmes to facilitate effective teaching and learning Provide input into the planning and evaluation of learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils to enable the teaching staff to make informed decisions when developing their plans Supervise the activities of individuals or groups of pupils both in and out of the classroom (including educational visits) to ensure their safety and facilitate their physical and emotional development in accordance with the school's behaviour management policy Monitor individual pupil’s progress, achievements and development and report these to the teaching staff/line manager to inform decisions taken regarding the Individual Education Plan, Behaviour Plans and Personal Care Programmes for a pupil Liaise with parents and carers in conjunction with the teaching staff to ensure effective communication concerning the pupils' well being Record pupil information as specified by the teaching staff/line manager to ensure that schools’ information systems are maintained Attend to the personal and physical needs of pupils so that their well being is maintained Prepare and maintain learning resources and ensure that the classroom is kept tidy so that the needs of the lesson plans are met in a safe learning environment, which complies with relevant health and safety requirements Display and present the pupils' work under the direction of teaching staff, so that it enhances the classroom environment and celebrates achievement Attend staff and other meetings and participate in staff training development work and staff reviews as required

Training:
The candidate will follow a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College - South and West If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A*-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skills in the relevant subjects

Training Outcome:
Teaching Assistant grade 5 or higher

Employer Description:
Ruskin Community High School is a happy and inclusive environment, where students and teachers enjoy learning together. We have a clear vision for the school, which aims to establish a partnership between parents and teachers in order for all of our students to achieve success. A strong supportive partnership between parents and our school is important to us and our values. We are an extremely popular school of choice which has resulted in the school being oversubscribed for several years now. Ruskin is certainly a good school of choice and it is evident that our students are proud of themselves and the school. Our students and staff work well together and high-quality teaching and learning is our priority. As a school community, we are tolerant and inclusive, creating a purposeful learning environment which our students enjoy. Learning together: Achieving high standards is fundamental to our provision for students and is at the heart of our ambition for our school community.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.15pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative