Apprentice Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Support pupils in their learning under the guidance of the class teacher. Assist in the preparation of classroom materials and resources. Help maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment. Work with small groups or individual pupils to reinforce learning. Support children with additional needs, promoting independence and confidence. Supervise pupils during break times, lunchtimes, and school activities. Contribute to the assessment and recording of pupil progress. Attend training sessions and complete coursework as part of the apprenticeship programme. Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents. Uphold the school’s values and contribute to the wider school community. 

Training:

On-the-job training alongside experienced teachers and support staff, focusing on classroom management, safeguarding, and supporting pupils with diverse needs. 
Formal study towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, including modules on child development, learning strategies, and inclusive education practices. 

Training Outcome:

This position offers the opportunity for long-term permanent employment for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
The school is for children between the ages of four and eleven years. We are proud of the rich heritage of our school building and the history of education it has provided for many pupils. As a catholic school, we warmly welcome children of the catholic faith as well as those following other faith traditions. Part of the Bishop Wilkinson Catholic Education Trust, we are partnership of schools who challenge and support each other to set the highest expectations for our staff and our pupils. We relish this approach. We welcome all children – no matter what their individual needs – and strive to include them with additional support in all areas of the curriculum. We aim for every child to make progress whatever their starting point or background. Our school mission statement is: We follow in Christ’s footsteps. At St Patrick’s, we aim to foster a caring and creative environment where each child can reach their full potential, spiritually, socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically, that each child may lead a healthy, productive and meaningful life.

Working Hours :
Term Time Only + 5 Days (39 Weeks Per Year). 37 Hours per Week.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Basic literacy and numeracy,Patience and empathy