Apprentice Teaching Assistant

To work under the direct instruction of the teaching/senior staff and TA team, usually but not always in the classroom with the teacher, to support access to learning for pupils and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom

Support for Pupils:

Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model, and being aware of, and responding appropriately to, individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher Encourage pupils to develop independence as appropriate Work with school staff to support pupils’ needs including SMSC and British Values

Support for the Teachers:

Prepare classroom as directed for lessons before and after, including transition Assist with the display of pupils’ work Know safeguarding protocols and reporting arrangements and apply them.Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting challenges, as appropriate Gather/report information from/to parents/carers, as directed Provide other duties as necessary to contribute to the successful running of school 

Support for the Curriculum:

Support pupils to understand learning objectives and activities Support pupils in respect of local and national learning strategies e g literacy, numeracy, as directed by the teacher Support pupils in using basic ICT, as directed Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use

Support for the School:

Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equitable access to opportunities to learn and develop Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school Appreciate and support the role of other professionals Attend relevant meetings, as required Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development, as required Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times including before and after school and at lunchtimes

Training:

Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard:

On the job training delivered in-house, off the job training at the Training Providers premises to be delivered weekly on  release All training to be done during contracted hours

Training Outcome:
Further training to Higher Level Childcare qualification

Employer Description:
Southlands School would like to recruit an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our team at our secondary special school. We currently have three Apprentice Teaching Assistants who are a much valued part of our staff team. Currently our students have ASC or moderate learning difficulties. In coming years, we expect more of our cohort to have ASC. We have 145 fantastic students and a supportive and friendly staff team. We would love you to start your journey in the education sector with us!

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 4.30pm and Friday, 8.30pm - 4.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness