Apprentice Teaching Assistant at The Holmesdale School

Understanding how pupils learn & develop:

Provide feedback. Comprehend appropriate levels of learning resources. Recognise different stages of child development 
Technology. Using appropriate technology.

Working with teachers to understand & support assessment for learning:

Accurately observe. Assessment procedures. Familiar with assessment materials. Knowledge of the curriculum & context.

Keeping Children Safe:

Understand current statutory guidance. Importance of sharing relevant information
Skills.

Developing strategies for support:

Develop strategies to support & encourage pupils. Use appropriately varied vocabulary. Embed effective behaviour management strategies. Deliver interventions. Foster & encourage positive, effective, nurturing & safe learning. Recognise, adapt & respond to all pupils.

Communication & teamwork:

Work closely with teachers. Ensure regular communication.  Deliver/lead small group teaching.  Build appropriate relationships.  Comply with policy & procedures. Implement current statutory guidance including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Part 1, safeguarding policies, Prevent Strategy. Undertake safeguarding training every 3 years. Support pupils’ well-being whilst embedding the importance of online safety.

Working with teachers to accurately assess:

Contribute to a range of assessment processes & use information effectively. Use specific feedback to help pupils make progress. Apply good subject knowledge.

Using technology:

Use school computer systems. Use relevant technology competently & effectively to improve learning. Ensure pupils use technology safely.

Problem solving/ability to motivate pupils:

Use a range of strategies including scaffolding & open questioning skills to enable pupils to access & engage in learning. Recognise the difference between pastoral & academic issues & model good behaviour for learning.

Behaviours

Building relationships/embracing change:

Flexibility, trust, professional conduct, confidentiality & being respectful. Promote the school’s efforts to build positive behaviour for learning. Promote & exemplify positive behaviour & uphold the school ethos. Be enthusiastic & open to new ideas.

Adding value to education:

Praise; provide constructive & specific feedback & support pupils, helping them to achieve their maximum potential socially, emotionally & academically through peer marking & reflection.

Promoting equality, diversity & inclusion:

Keep pupils at the centre of everything. Promote community cohesion & cultural diversity encompassing a full understanding of the school’s ethos.

Professional standards & personal accountability:

Demonstrate professional relationships in line with the SAT Staff Code of Conduct, see link below. https://profiletraining.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/EXA-XIItPN5Hphv2OBfjUTUBqB3kg_92xyoxmBA9Y_Dn4Q?e=VfMG9W Be diplomatic, a positive role model & maintain confidentiality. Optimise learning opportunities. Demonstrate a willingness to learn & improve personal skill set. Work collaboratively & constructively. Engage professionally. 

Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard. English and maths functional skills at level 2 if required. Preparation for End Point Assessment. Work-based and tutor supported online training. https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/teaching-assistant-v1-1 

Training Outcome:

The Holmesdale School is fully committed to providing potential permanent employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship within their thriving learning community.

Employer Description:
The Holmesdale School is a well-established 11-18 co-educational school, in the heart of the Medway Valley. The school was rebuilt in 2007. This provides our community with modern, exceptionally well-resourced facilities; yet the school ethos is founded on traditional values. The School provides a safe learning environment where students can access a high quality curriculum through the Holmesdale home style of learning which ensure that students are independent, resilient and suitably equipped for life-long learning. This is achieved through celebrating personal excellence on each individuals; learning journey. The development and well-being of each individual child is at the heart of our moral purpose. These values are embedded through our moral code; honesty, kindness, courage and diligence. Our school motto is Dedicated to community, committed to equality, striving for excellence and we embrace the ECCO Values of Engagement, Character, Community and Ownership. At The Holmesdale School we unlock potential and transform lives through exceptional education. We achieve this through; • Excellent Teaching • State of the art facilities and an excellent climate for learning • Supporting students to be the best they can be • Being big enough for choice, small enough to care. Holmesdale has a friendly and supportive, but disciplined, environment and provides extensive learning opportunities which unlock student’s self-belief and aspiration.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday: 08:30am-3.30pm, 39 weeks per year, 20% paid time during working hours is given to complete training, referred to as “Off the Job Training”

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Patience,High degree of confidentiality,Sensitivity with students,Sensitivity with parents,Flexible,Resilient,Some classroom experience,Empathise with children,Professional and polite,Keen to learn new skills