Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Manor Court Community Primary School, Chard

The Learning Support Assistant will:

Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning, and experience a sense of achievement

Teaching and learning:

Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils including, where appropriate, those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) Promote, support and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning, enrichment and extracurricular activities Support the teaching of a broad and ambitious curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable Use ICT skills to support pupils’ learning Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher

Planning:

Contribute to recording and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available Prepare the classroom for lessons

Working with staff, parents/carers and relevant professionals:

Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with Understand their role in order to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school Develop effective professional effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, relationships with colleagues

Health and safety:

Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, and help to safeguard pupils’ wellbeing by following the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and our school’s child protection policy Look after children who are upset or have had accidents Report any Health and Safety concerns to the appropriate person in school

This role may be closed early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Training:

Teaching Assistant Level 3.

Training Outcome:

Possible permanent employment on completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
A high-achieving and vibrant two-form entry school with a culturally-diverse population of wonderful children and supportive parents.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8:45am - 3:15pm, term time only

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