Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Attain a Level 3 qualification by attending tutorials and classes and by completing all assignments set Attend training sessions as appropriate and be responsible for self-improvement Raise pupil achievement by supporting the teacher and EYFS team Assist with physical management and personal care needs for children in EYFS Work with individual and groups to encourage them to achieve greater independence and self-confidence Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations Supervise and provide support for all pupils Promote inclusion and acceptance and to engage in activities led by the teacher Evaluate learning and provide feedback as needed Follow instructions of teachers and EYTA with planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities Promote good pupil behaviour and deal promptly with conflicts Contribute towards resourcing teaching Listen to children read, read and tell stories to individuals or groups Work with pupils on programmes linked to local and national curriculum and learning strategies and feed back to the teacher Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and achievement as directed Support the effective use of ICT and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use Undertake routine administrative tasks Be aware of and comply with policies relating to child protection, health & safety, confidentiality, safeguarding and data protection, reporting all concerns to a nominated person Attend and participate in meetings as required Participate in the school’s Performance Management process Accompany staff and pupils on visits, trips and out-of-school activities Develop an excellent understanding of a child’s development and learning and working with children with a range of educational needs Motivate and encourage children to meet targets for learning and/or behaviour

Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Location - Firthmoor Primary School, Ingleby Moor Crescent, Darlington DL1 4RW Working 5 days per week inclusive of 1 day release for study at Darlington College

Training Outcome:

There may be an opportunity to secure a long-term position after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
We are dedicated to providing the very best care and education for all our children. We want our school to be a happy, inclusive and successful community. Within a safe, positive and supportive environment, our children are encouraged to take responsibility for their own health and well-being. We promote a love of learning, which encourages our children to aim high and become valuable members of society. We pride ourselves on being a school at the heart of the Firthmoor, involving pupils, parents and the wider community in our achievements

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday with one day at Darlington College. Total hours per week: 37 hours a week. Term time only plus 5 days. Exact working days and hours TBC

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Timekeeping,Flexible,Approachable,Enthusiastic,Motivational and encouraging,Relationship building,Role model,Emotional resilience,Patient and firm,Continuous improvement