To assist in establishing good working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model
Be aware of and respond appropriately to individual pupil needs ensuring effective interaction
To assist with providing specific support to pupils dependent upon their individual needs ensuring their safety whilst supporting access to learning activities
To assist with promoting inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
To assist with encouraging pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
To assist with promoting self-esteem and independence
To assist with providing feedback to pupils concerning progress and achievement under the guidance and direction of the teacher
To assist with providing one-to-one support in either a care/special needs capacity for individual pupils, as directed by the teacher
Training:Teaching Assistant Level 3.
This apprenticeship will be in the workplace. Training Outcome:Immediate Progression:
Permanent TA roles - Many apprentices are offered permanent Teaching Assistant positions in their school or elsewhere after completing their apprenticeship
Higher-Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - With experience, you can apply for HLTA status, which involves more responsibility and often higher pay
Further Education & Training:
Level 4 or 5 Qualifications - Such as:
Level 4 Certificate in Higher Level Teaching and LearningLevel 4 Certificate for the Advanced Practitioner in Schools and Colleges
Specialist roles - You may train further in areas such as:
SEN (Special Educational Needs)
Behaviour Support
Pastoral Support
Long-Term Career Options:
Teacher Training - With the appropriate qualifications (e.g. GCSEs, A-levels, and a degree), you could progress to:
Initial Teacher Training (ITT)
School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT)
PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education)
Education Management - Over time, with further experience and training, roles like SENCO, Head of Year, or Learning Mentor become possible
Employer Description:Rainford High School opened in 1940 to serve Rainford and the surrounding area. The school has been fortunate to have had a rebuild under the Building Schools for the Future that was opened fully in September 2013. The new building provides an inspiring and modern learning environment for the students and the teachers to focus on learning.
The school site has state of the art facilities for Science, Design and Technology and ICT. The new learning environment for Art, Music and Drama will enable our students to produce work of an even higher standard and produce performances the school can celebrate with its community.
Facilities such as the immersive space and the “show and tell” area allow teaching and learning to be delivered in a creative, engaging and imaginative way. Flexible teaching spaces are allowing the school to develop an engaging and challenging approach towards teaching and learning. The new canteen and extensive quad allow for an exciting new learning environment that all students can benefit from whilst in lessons or on their own time. Rainford High School is a school for the 21st Century.
The school is building on its considerable strengths to become the best school it can possibly be for the young people and the community it serves. Rainford High has a clear ethos of Everyone Matters, Everyone Helps and Everyone Succeeds, this is underpinned by core values of hard work, honesty and respect.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 9 am - 5 pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Early Years Educators play a key role in ensuring that young children learn and develop well and are kept healthy and safe. They will work as part of a team to deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements set by the Government for the learning, development, and care of children from birth to 5 years old.
An Early Years Educator:
Plans and supervises child-initiated and adult-led activities which are based around the needs and interests of each individual child
Supports children to develop numeracy and language skills through games and play
Has key person responsibility to help ensure each child feels safe and secure
Observes each child and shapes their learning experience to reflect their observations
Meets the care needs of the individual child, such as feeding, changing nappies and administration of medicine
Works in partnership with other colleagues, parents and/or carers or other professionals to meet the individual needs of each child
Training:Training is provided through a blended programme of individual and group training alongside virtual learning. The programme provides opportunities to share experiences with other apprentices and learn from experienced professionals.
Training Topics include:
Understanding how children learn and develop
Safeguarding, protection, and welfare of children
Understanding the value of play in early years
Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship and End Point Assessment, a Level 3 Early years Educator Apprenticeship Qualification will be achieved.
Additional qualifications include:
Level 3 Early Years Educator in the workforce (Cache - The Early Years Educators)
Safeguarding Level 1
Prevent duty
Obtain or have Level 3 Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Working towards Level 2 Functional Skills (where appropriate)
Training Outcome:Career progression after this apprenticeship?
Practitioner in day nursery, nursery schools, reception classes and pre-school worker
Transferable skills invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:On behalf of the governors, staff and children it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to our school website.
This site aims to give our parents, and those parents new to the school, some current information about us. We aim to build on our relationship with parents to ensure that we improve our communication with you. Our hope is that together we will continue to raise standards for all our children.
If you have any suggestions you would like us to consider please email us on admin@wormleyprimary.co.uk or, if you prefer, call in or write a note to the Head Teacher, Mrs T. Gaiteri, outlining your ideas. Our address is on our contact us page.
If you need further information about anything you have seen on this website please do not hesitate to talk, in person, to any of the teaching or non-teaching staff.
Mrs Tracy Gaiteri
Head TeacherWorking Hours :Working week Monday - Friday. Hours to be confirmed. Total hours per week: 30. Expected duration 18 months. Start date as soon as possible. Advanced Level apprenticeship.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
· Setting up equipment and getting things ready for sessions.
· Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks.
· Listening to children, reading to them or telling stories.
· Comforting and caring for children if they have an accident or are upset.
· Helping the teacher to maintain records.
· Helping and leading on academy activities, sports events and outings.
· Undertaking observations of children and recording the outcomes.Training:Training is to be confirmed due to the requirements of the apprentice and employer.Training Outcome:May lead to employment and developing into a Level 5 specialist teaching assistant.Employer Description:The Trust currently comprises of five Academies - Brambles Primary Academy, Discovery Special Academy, Dormanstown Primary Academy, Pennyman Primary Academy and Wilton Primary Academy.
Tees Valley academies believe in excellence as a birthright. All children, regardless of circumstance, have an entitlement to a world class education. The Academy Head Teachers operate in an atmosphere
of trust, honesty, integrity and an unwavering commitment to excellence for children. They firmly believe there should be “no excuses or barriers!” in education.
All of the academies are located in areas of significant deprivation and its leaders are passionate about the difference education can make to children’s lives.Working Hours :Monday - Friday term time only + 5 Professional Development days, shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
To deliver high-quality teaching, learning and behaviour support using a behavioural approach (PBS) as part of a class team working with autistic children and young people. To support the Class Leader andThe Transdisciplinary Team ensures the efficient and effective running of the class to meet the day to day needs of the pupils.
Key accountabilities and dimensions:
Contribute to and support the overall vision and values of the school.
Use specialist knowledge and experience to support pupils’ learning.
Work as part of a team and assist the class teacher to ensure quality education for the children.
Assist with the planning and delivery of individual support plans (or other pupil-specific plans).
Provide clerical/administrative support to the assigned teacher, eg, photocopying, typing, filing and record keeping.
Monitor and evaluate pupils’ progress and maintain pupil records where appropriate.
Be aware of and support school policies and procedures.
Be aware of and support differences and ensure that pupils have equality of access to opportunities to learn and develop.
Liaise with parents, carers and professional staff, including transdisciplinary staff, in order to promote the holistic learning objectives of each pupil.
Assist with the arrival and departure of children at the beginning and end of school sessions.
Develop and implement actions that will promote the integration of the pupil with their peers.
Supervise whole classes during the occasional short-term absence of a teacher as times such as PPA and Golden time.
Attend to pupils’ personal needs, including social, health, hygiene, first-aid and welfare matters.
Attend appropriate staff meetings and training days/events as requested.
Have the highest expectations of our pupils' learning and behaviour.
Be aspirational for our pupils’ future after school.
Training and professional development
The jobholder is required to contribute to and support the overall aims and ethos of the school.
All staff are required to participate in training and other learning activities, and in performance management and development, as required by the school's policies and practices.
Additional duties:
Demonstrate a continual commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
To uphold Ambitious about autism policies to protect and safeguard pupils, to secure their health, safety and well-being.
Demonstrate a continual commitment to the promotion of diversity initiatives and the sharing of best practice in line with Ambitious about Autism's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy and procedures.
Ensure the highest degree of confidentiality and data protection of all materials.
Demonstrate the vision and values of Ambitious about Autism in everyday work and practice, upholding the ethos of challenge and support where all pupils/learners can reach their full potential and maximise their engagement in learning.
Ensure all aspects of compliance related to this role are undertaken.
This job description is not exhaustive and reflects the type and range of tasks, responsibilities and outcomes associated with the role. The post holder will also be expected to complete any tasks as requested by the Head teacher.Training Outcome:Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers.
If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice.
As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Principal Duties:
Day-to-day support of individuals and groups in the SEND department
Help to keep children safe by:
Preparing and maintaining a safe and hygienic environment
Dealing with accidents, emergencies and illnesses
Supporting the safeguarding of children
Encouraging children’s positive behaviour
Provide support for learning activities by:
Supporting the teacher in planning learning activities
Supporting the delivery of learning activities
Supporting the teacher in the evaluation of learning activities
Support the children’s development by:
Contributing to the development of children physically, emotionally and socially and the associated skills
Contributing to children’s communication and the intellectual development
Contribute to positive relationships by effectively:
Interacting with and responding to children and adults.
Communicating with children and adults.
Provide effective support for your colleagues by:
Maintaining working relationships with colleagues
Developing your effectiveness in a support role.
Support children’s play and learning by:
Encouraging and supporting children to be creative in physical play
Offering a range of play opportunities to children
Supporting children’s rights and choices in play
Support a child with disabilities or special educational needs by:
Providing care and encouragement and supporting personal hygiene needs
Providing support to help the child to participate in activities and experiences
Contribute to the moving and handling of children with mobility difficulties by:
Preparing children, environments and equipment for moving and handling
Enabling children to move from one position to another
Provide displays by:
Setting up, maintaining and dismantling displays
Promote behaviour by:
Implementing agreed behaviour management strategies.
Supporting pupils in taking responsibility for their learning and behaviour
Secondary Duties:
To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined from time to time by the Service Head (or nominated representative) in consultation with the postholder (and if he/she so wishes, with his/her Trade Union representative)
Training:
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Training to take place on site at the school
Training Outcome:
Progression is on offer to candidates that excel during their apprenticeship
Employer Description:Great Academy Ashton is a large 11 – 16 school that serves the communities in and around Ashton-under-Lyne and the surrounding areas of Tameside, Oldham and Manchester. Our school is the beating heart of our community and we pride ourselves in our vision as a school which serves our community and works in partnership as part of a community based, values focussed, cross phased multi-academy trustWorking Hours :Monday to Friday Shifts TBCSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Professional and friendly,Positive work ethic,Flexible attitude,work under pressure,confident personality....Read more...
1:1 Teaching Assistant | Full-Time Location: Highgate Start: September Salary: Variable depending on experience
Are you a confident and enthusiastic 1:1 Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new role? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are seeking a passionate 1-to-1 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school community in Highgate from September.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant dedicated to fostering early learning and development in a nurturing environment.
As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
Follow the class teacher and SENCO’s direction in supporting the child both inside and outside the classroom
Working on a permanent contract providing support for pupils either on a 1-to-1 basis or in small groups under the direction of the Head of Learning Support
Work with children who have SEND & SEMH needs.
Ensure the child feels supported and safe by having a warm and nurturing approach
The ideal 1:1 Teaching Assistant will have:
Have experience working with children with SEND
Ideally have experience working with SEN children on 1-to-1 basis
The ability to build rapport with the child and be able to respond to the child’s individual needs
Have delivered lessons tailored to children’s needs as outlined in their individual education plan
Next steps: If this 1:1 Teaching Assistant position interests you, or you want to find out more, please contact Ryan at Teach Plus. Alternatively, click ‘apply’ and we will get back to you promptly.
1-to-1 Teaching Assistant 1-to-1 Teaching Assistant
Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.
We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.
With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.
We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.....Read more...
SEN Teaching Assistant | Full-Time Location: Wembley Start: September Salary: Variable depending on experience
Are you a confident and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding new role? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are seeking a passionate Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and inclusive school community in Wembley from September.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an SEN Teaching Assistant dedicated to fostering early learning and development in a nurturing environment.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
Follow the class teacher and SENCO’s direction in supporting the child both inside and outside the classroom
Working on a permanent contract providing support for pupils either on a 1:1 basis or in small groups under the direction of the Head of Learning Support
Work with children who have SEND & SEMH needs.
Ensure the child feels supported and safe by having a warm and nurturing approach
The ideal SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
Have experience working with children with SEND
Ideally have experience working with SEN children on 1:1 basis
The ability to build rapport with the child and be able to respond to the child’s individual needs
Have delivered lessons tailored to children’s needs as outlined in their individual education plan
Next steps:
If this SEN Teaching Assistant position interests you, or you want to find out more, please contact Ryan at Teach Plus. Alternatively, click ‘apply’ and we will get back to you promptly.
Special Needs Teaching Assistant
Teach Plus is a 5 star, Google rated, London based education recruitment agency. Our passion is to provide candidates with an excellent service in helping them find a new role, our candidate journey is what makes us stand out above the rest.
We prioritise ongoing assistance and support to help with your career in education.
With over 17 years' experience working in education, we have strong, long-lasting relationships with primary schools across London.
We are able to offer a range of opportunities including short term, long term and permanent positions within education as well as a high volume of daily supply work.....Read more...
We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant Apprentice to work in our busy school office to provide routine general reception and administrative support to the school.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a flexible and customer focused approach, work well within a team, have a personable and friendly manner and be sensitive to confidential information.
Connect Academy trust is fully committed to equal opportunities, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An on-line check of publicly available information will be completed to assess the successful candidate’s suitability to work with children.
Duties:
To support the School Administrator in the provision of efficient and effective administrative services.
To manage reception and provide first point of contact for all visitors ensuring the Trust expectations of conduct and service are met.
To maintain accurate administrative, pupil, staff and other school records.
To provide secretarial, typing and general computer/data input/retrieval services.
To provide clerical support such as photocopying, filing and stationery ordering.
To maintain up to date knowledge of all software systems used.
Liaison with parents, pupils and staff to ensure smooth operation of school.
To undertake relevant professional development to enhance personal and whole school improvement.
To attend regular briefing meetings as required for the effectiveness of the role.
To update and maintain the school website as required.
To maintain confidentiality in all matters.
Any other tasks that Head Teacher or Senior School Operations Lead requires post holder to complete.
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
18 months duration
Once a month visits and reviews - onsite.
Training Outcome:If there us a full time role available at the end of the apprenticeship then the learner will be able to apply for this. If not then PACT will work with you to find a full time role. Employer Description:Leigham Primary is part of Connect Academy Trust. Connect is a family of eight large, successful, and happy primary schools. The Trust now educates over 3300 children and 550 staff, in both Plymouth and Torbay. It operates a dynamic, values-based system where each school is a giver and receiver of support.Working Hours :Working Hours
Mon – Fri 8am – 3:30 pm with 30 unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Responsibility for others: The post has some impact on the well-being of individuals or groups (ie physical, mental, social, health and safety).
Responsibility for staff: The post supervises, checks work, instructs or trains a small number of staff.
Responsibility for physical resources: The post has considerable responsibility for cleaning, maintenance and repair of a range of equipment or buildings and / or responsibility for security of buildings.
Security:
Open/close premises; carry out routine and emergency security procedures
Prevent trespassing and unauthorised parking
Act as keyholder; respond to alarm call-outs and out-of-hours emergencies
Cleaning:
Perform cleaning tasks and supervise cleaning staff
Conduct inspections, maintain logs, order supplies, and manage related admin
Ensure floors are stripped and retreated periodically
Maintenance:
Perform minor repairs; report major issues and direct contractors
Operate heating systems and manage frost/fire/flood precautions
Maintain paths, drains, equipment, and undertake occasional gardening and painting
Provide emergency access in adverse weather conditions
Stock:
Receive delivery of stock, materials etc, ensuring appropriate storage
Ensure adequate supply of fuel, light bulbs and janitorial materials are available, placing orders as necessary
Lettings:
Prepare for after-school activities and ensure accommodation is prepared for normal school use
Undertake school lettings in accordance with the lettings procedures
Other:
Move equipment and resources as required
Set up goal posts / sport areas as necessary
Check fire alarm systems
Assist Head teacher (or nominated representative) in undertaking risk assessments
To develop knowledge and skills in swimming pool maintenance
Training:Day release at the Taunton Campus.Training Outcome:
Further training opportunities e.g. mandatory safeguarding training or pool management and maintenance course.
Opportunity for paid overtime or time in lieu through lettings by arrangement with the Headteacher.
Working as part of an established team, with support from experienced caretaker.
Opportunity to apply for the role on a permanent basis for the right candidate.
Employer Description:At St George’s Catholic School in Taunton, we pride ourselves on being a nurturing, inclusive, and vibrant primary school at the heart of our local community. With around 220 pupils aged 4 to 11, our school is a place where every child is valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Our dedicated staff work together to create a caring atmosphere rooted in our Catholic values, ensuring that children feel safe, happy, and inspired to learn. We celebrate diversity, promote kindness, and foster a lifelong love of learning, making St George’s a truly special place to work and grow.Working Hours :Monday to Friday; 30 hours per week; Split shifts may be required – flexible subject to business needs. Possibility of overtime or hours in lieu.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Initiative,Understand H&S, COSHH,Literacy skills,Proactive....Read more...
We are a friendly, supportive school that offers wonderful children who want to learn. Excellent opportunities exist for you to develop your talents in our innovative and forward-thinking school. If you are looking for a challenge, have a passion and commitment to ensuring children learn and do the best they can, this is the school for you! We are looking for an inspired, creative, confident person to join our school at what is a very exciting time. We are seeking to appoint an Early Years Educator Apprentice to join our happy and dedicated team. We want someone to help provide a rich and engaging EYFS curriculum across the nursery in partnership with the Reception team, where the children are active learners and are nurtured to develop a curiosity about the world around them.
As our Apprentices Early Years Educator you will:
Be an excellent educator - at whatever stage in your career - with in-depth knowledge of early child development
Be a visible and decisive person in our nursery setting
Have high aspirations for both yourself and every one of our children
Be passionate about meeting the needs of all children
Have strong interpersonal and communication skills
Have a deep understanding of language development
Duties for this role include:
To contribute to the planning and delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework (EYFS)
To support and work with volunteers, students on placements, work experience, apprentices and agency practitioners in the room
To supervise children and to protect them from dangerous or harmful situations
To provide a high level of care that will enhance the children’s general health and well-being
To adhere to the School’s safeguarding policy and procedures to promote the welfare and safety of children within the setting and to report any welfare or child protection concerns immediately to the Nursery Manager & Designated Safeguarding Lead
To promote equality of opportunity and foster an inclusive culture and environment
To promote equal opportunities, ensuring individual children’s needs and circumstances are known and met through the care and education provided
To be fully aware of the school’s operational policies and procedures and ensure policies and procedures are followed and implemented
This includes ensuring that all accidents and incidents are recorded as outlined in the policies and procedures
To act as a key person to a group of children and ensure their needs are reflected in the routines and curriculum of the setting
To recognise and act upon children’s additional or special educational needs and ensure staff support these children effectively
To contribute to Common Assessment Framework intervention and support
To liaise and work in partnership with other agencies, both statutory and voluntary, where appropriate
To keep informative, accurate and up-to-date records, including records of progress and any behavioural or developmental concerns
To arrange and attend parent/carer meetings to allow two-way discussion of their children’s progress
To support the preparation of snacks, ensuring that ALL children’s dietary, allergy and cultural needs are met. In line with the Ten Steps ethos
To contribute to and attend his/her supervision and staff appraisal
To contribute to and attend weekly team meetings
To attend any conferences, training events or meetings identified by the Nursery Manager and to keep up to date with current good practice
To adhere to Willowdown’s policy and procedure on confidentiality and the staff code of conduct
To perform any other duties as deemed necessary by the Nursery Manager or Head teacher
Training:
Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Educator
Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Paediatric First Aid
End Point Assessment:
Knowledge Test & Professional Discussion
Training Outcome:
To be discussed at a later date
Employer Description:Willowdown School in Bridgwater has an integral Nursery where the aim is to help to develop happy children, successful learners and confident individuals within Bridgwater.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 3.00pm.
Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...