Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Assist in the management of pupils in the learning environment. Assist in the planning of learning activities. Undertake structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes appropriate to the pupil’s needs to ensure physical, social, emotional and intellectual development, taking into account diversity e.g. language, culture, ability, race and religion. Will supervise and support pupils consistently at all times including those with special needs; recognising and responding to their individual needs whilst ensuring their safety and education in the learning environment. Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Learning Plans and Personal Care Programmes; attending to the pupils’ personal needs and maintaining related personal programmes with the correct use of care materials including the safety and wellbeing of the pupils, therapy and medical intervention needs of the pupil and first aid, paying attention to social, health, physical and welfare matters as well as high standards of cleanliness and hygiene e.g. washing, dressing, toileting, and, if applicable, mobility. For posts working with pupils who are physically less able, it may be necessary to be able to physically assist the pupil in line with school polices and good practice. Will occasionally be required to supervise the class for brief periods during a morning or afternoon session where the classroom teacher is not available. Promote and reinforce the inclusion, acceptance and integration of all pupils, including those with specific and special needs and those from different cultures and/or with a different first language as appropriate. Set challenging and demanding expectations whilst promoting self-esteem and encouraging pupils to act independently as appropriate as well as interact and work co-operatively with others and engage in activities led by the teacher. Will prepare, create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive learning environment to meet the lesson plans. Take responsibility for the care, preparation, maintenance and use of relevant equipment, assisting pupils in its use and clearing/storage afterwards. Will be aware of pupil progress, monitor/record pupil responses against pre-determined learning objectives as well as provide accurate, constructive and detailed feedback/reports to the teacher and pupils. Promote positive values, attitudes and good pupil behaviour and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own actions whilst supporting the teacher in managing this. Deal promptly with conflict and incidents (including those involving restraint) and reporting challenging behaviour where appropriate in line with established policy. Will gather/report information from/to parents/carers as directed, taking into account parental/carer concerns, dealing with them sensitively under the direction of the teacher. Will provide clerical/administrative support as directed by the teacher. In respect of local and national learning strategies, will support pupils to achieve learning goals e.g. literacy, numeracy, KS2, early years as directed by the teacher. Will support pupils in the use of ICT in learning activities as directed by the teacher, and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use. Will participate in own performance development, identify and address any training needs/other learning activities. Will assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes, accompanying teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities; taking responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher

Training:
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship All learning will take place in school No weekly day in college All work will be set via our CRM system, Aptem Skills Coach will visit school every 4-6 weeks

Training Outcome:
After completion, apprentices may progress into full time employment as a Teaching assistant with the chance to train and quality as a Higher Level TA (HLTA) or specialist TA.

Employer Description:
Burley Oaks Primary School is an outstanding, vibrant school and is proud to be a part of Moorlands Learning Trust. Our children excel in their academic learning and have vast successes in the arts and sports. Visitors to the school often remark on a positive, calm and hardworking atmosphere with a strong sense of team spirit and celebration. We pride ourselves on the range of opportunities we provide children from our carefully woven curriculum. We strive to enjoy our learning and make it as much fun and as meaningful and relevant as possible. We offer children an excellent education in a safe, calm, creative, inclusive and stimulating environment. Every child is valued as an individual; we aim to nurture well rounded, respectful and confident children who will develop skills for life-long learning.

Working Hours :
Mon- Fri 32.5 hrs per week with 30mins for lunch Term Time only

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Relevant procedures & practice,Literacy skills,Knowledge of Equality Policy