Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Under the supervision of teachers/senior staff, undertake a range of varied tasks to support teaching, learning and care by working with individuals or small groups of pupils Roles at this level will not be expected to carry out any specified work

Implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to pupil’s responses

Support the teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording pupil progress and behaviour in order to contribute to the planning and evaluation of learning activities

Provide feedback to pupils in relation to attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher

Support learning by arranging / providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher

Support pupils’ social, emotional and physical wellbeing, reporting concerns to the appropriate person

Be aware of and comply with all school policies and procedures including code of conduct, child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to a nominated person

Encourage independent learning and promote inclusion of all pupils in and outside of the classroom and escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out of school activities

Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas ensuring they are available for use, including developing and presenting displays.  This may include out of school activities and after school events

Share information about pupils with other staff, parents/carers, internal and external agencies, as appropriate

Within the context of school behaviour plans and policies, use initiative to deal with issues that arise and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour

Training Outcome:
Assistant teacher  Classroom assistant  Learning support assistant  Learning support worker  Specialist curriculum support Support assistant Teaching assistant

Employer Description:
At Sacred Heart School we are called to change the world by: Acting justly and with love; to speak for the voiceless and defend the defenceless. Being joyful and courageous witness of the Gospel, carrying to the world a ray of God’s light. Becoming caretakers of our world through knowing that Creation is not a good to be exploited but a gift to be looked after.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience