Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Develop strategies to support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning. Use appropriately varied vocabulary to ensure pupils’ understanding Embed effective behaviour management strategies using discipline appropriately and fairly per the school’s policy. Deliver interventions in accordance with the training given. Foster and encourage positive, effective, nurturing and safe learning environments inspiring pupils to take pride in and learn from their individual achievements. Recognise, adapt and respond to all pupils encompassing SEN/emotional vulnerabilities, for example, use Makaton, visual timetables.

Training:
Training will take place in the workplace.  You will be required to attend online delivery sessions that will be scheduled during your initial meeting with your tutor and mentor.  You will be allocated 3 hours per week to complete written tasks and assignments.

Training Outcome:
The candidate may be offered permanent employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
We strongly believe that the children in our care deserve the best possible education and are committed to raising the aspirations, expectations and achievement of all pupils through a positive and caring ethos. The fantastic staff team and dedicated governors ensure that the children receive an exciting and stimulating curriculum through high quality teaching and enriching experiences. Alongside this, we recognise and promote the importance of a genuine partnership between home and school, based on mutual trust and respect. Our aim is for all our pupils to enjoy coming to school, and we want to encourage their desire for learning long into adulthood. You are welcome to visit our school and I believe the best time is when the children are all learning.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

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