Learning Support Assistant Apprenticeship

Assist with the development and implementation of interventions/Provision maps and assessments. Establish constructive relationships with pupils, acting as a role model, and interact with them according to individual needs.  Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils. To ensure the physical welfare of pupils and assist with their personal/physical needs as required [and following receipt of appropriate training], e.g. intimate care Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher. Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence. Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher. Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work. Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals Assist with the planning of learning activities and be aware of planning. Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed. Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems etc. Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour. Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers. Administer routine tests and invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of pupils’ work. 
Provide clerical/admin support e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, money, administer coursework etc. Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil
responses.

Training:

Teaching assistant level 3 

20% off the job training 

Tutor support via online platform

Training Outcome:

Permanent role considered for right candidate on completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
Abbotsweld Primary Academy offer a unique chance to be part of a friendly and supportive team. Being part of a primary cluster of six schools, staff work in teams to share the responsibility for planning, with support from Trust subject leads and the Curriculum Director. High quality CPD is offered across the Trust.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 8:45am - 3:45pm, 32.5 hours term time + insets (36.4 working weeks)

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative