Apprentice Teaching Assistant

To support pupils in their learning, including those with a variety of special educational needs To provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom To supervise and ensure the safety of children throughout the day To encourage children to treat each other with respect and to follow the school’s behaviour policies at all times 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

Training:
The Apprentice will be working towards a Teaching Assistant Level 3  Apprenticeship Standard Classwork will be one day per week delivered by Craven College

Training Outcome:

On successful completion on apprenticeship, the apprentice may be offered a permenant role and have the opportunity for progression in the following:

Teaching Assistant Learning Support Assistant Higher Level Teaching Assistant Teacher training

Employer Description:
The Priestley Academy Trust is a group of six primary schools located in Bradford. Our mission is to develop all our students as both academic and well rounded, characterful young people, equipped with the understanding, attitudes, skills and behaviours necessary to succeed in life. We serve an exceptionally rewarding area where we make a difference every day to the children and families in our community and we have a proud tradition of nurturing and developing our staff. Our schools work very closely together to sustain real school improvement for the benefit of our learners.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm.Term time plus 2 days.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience