Teaching Assistant and Midday Supervisor apprenticeship

Establish positive relationships with all students Support the use of ICT in the classroom and develop students’ competence and independence in its use. Implement planned learning activities/teaching programs as agreed with the teacher, SENCO or Assistant SENCO, adjusting activities according to students’ responses as appropriate Promote positive student behaviour in line with academy policies and help keep students on task Interact with, and support students, according to individual needs and skills Promote the inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs and disabilities within the classroom ensuring access to lessons and their content through appropriate clarification, explanation and resources To participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress and behaviour Monitor and record student activities as appropriate, writing records and reports as required To support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher Assist with the development and implementation of pupil passports and pen portraits To attend to pupils’ personal needs including help with social, welfare, physical and health matters, including minor first aid To assist with the preparation, maintenance and control of stocks of materials and resources (in lessons). Liaise with other staff and provide information about students as appropriate To supervise pupils for limited and specified periods including break-times when the postholder should facilitate games and activities (if applicable) To assist with escorting pupils on educational visits To support with examinations and assessments as required To undertake midday supervisor duties as required To liaise in a professional manner with parents To liaise with attendance officer. To maintain confidentiality at all times

Skills and Attributes: 

Excellent interpersonal skills Good communication skills, verbal and written Good ICT skills Ambitious for all learners Dedicated to raising the life chances of students Excellent attendance and punctuality. Honesty and integrity Good personal presentation Able to cope under pressure, meet deadlines and deal with stressful situations Able to operate in a professional and tactful manner Ability to self-evaluate learning needs and actively seek learning opportunities Highly motivated and able to use own initiative

Training:
Teaching Assistant level 3 (SEN pathway)  20% off the job training  Tutor support via online platform 'bud'

Training Outcome:

Permanent position considered on completion of the apprenticeship. 

Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant available. 

Employer Description:
Phoenix Academy is a SEMH special school that supports primary age pupils who have a range of social, emotional and behavioral difficulties. We have a clear ethos which promotes Every Child Matters agenda and a strong sense of Community. We want our children to develop an enquiring mind, become independent, life-long learners and achieve individual goals to reach their unique potential. We believe it's important that they are self-motivated and able to listen to the views of others.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday Term time only 35 hours per week total, working hours TBC

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience