Joining an established team of experienced volunteers running a library for the local community. Volunteers work shifts of 2-4 hours. The apprentice would work closely with volunteers and provide help as needed and also bridge the gaps across shifts to assist in smooth running.
Specific tasks include:
Assisting members of the public with finding books; issuing, renewing and returning of books
Shelving books and keeping shelves orderly, using the library’s book filing system
Assisting members of the public with photocopying, printing and scanning
Assisting with overdue book follow-up procedures & inventory checks
Opening and closing the library as needed
Assist with library events as needed
Other general administrative duties as required
Helping with minor IT issues including questions by the public
Training:
Level 3 Library, Information and Archive Services Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
All learning will be completed remotely via an online platform called 'BUD'
Training Outcome:
Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:Public library operating as a community charity with 5,000 card holders and 25,000 books. Supported by local volunteers.Working Hours :4 days out of 6 by mutual arrangement (must include a weekend day). Usually this works out as:
Wednesday, 10.00am - 6.00pm.
Thursday, 10.00am - 7.00pm.
Friday, 10.00am - 7.00pm.
Saturday, 12.00pm - 4.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
Support children's learning and development through play, following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
Assist in daily outings and experiences
Help safely supervise young children both within the setting and when out in the community, supporting appropriate risk awareness and safeguarding procedures
Support children's personal care and daily routines, including meals and snacks, nappy changing, toileting, handwashing, dressing and sleep/rest routines
Help plan, prepare and deliver engaging age-appropriate activities based on children's interests, needs and stages of development
Observe children's learning and development and contribute to observations, records and next steps under the guidance of the team
Build warm, professional relationships with children and communicate positively with parents, carers and colleagues
Be prepared for a physically active role involving substantial time outdoors, walking, carrying children's equipment and regularly pushing a double buggy
Training:
Early Years Educator Level 3
Training will include paediatric first aid qualification
Training Outcome:On successful completion, the apprentice will be qualified to work at Level 3 within an early years setting. There may be an opportunity to progress into a permanent assistant role within Mini Minds, subject to business needs and performance. The qualification can also support progression into more senior early years roles and further professional development or study within childcare and education.Employer Description:Mini Minds is a home-based childminding setting in Newquay providing high quality early years care and education in a nurturing, child-centred environment. We care for young children in a small, close-knit setting and work closely with parents and carers to understand each child's individual needs, interests and development.
A key part of our approach is learning in the outdoors. We are out and about with the children every day and visit parks, beaches, boating lake, zoo, library and green space areas around Newquay. We aim to give children varied real-world experiences that build independence, confidence, curiosity and a love of learning through outdoor play.
We work as a small team and are looking for someone to assist with daily activities, help meet the children’s physical needs, build positive relationships with children and staff alike and gain hands on experience within a highly experienced team.Working Hours :3-days per week (3 x 8-hour days)
1-day at college.
The role will be based at Mini Minds in Newquay, with one day release for college. Working days are active and varied and will include regular outings.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Provide teaching support in small groups and, where necessary, be assigned to individual pupils in order to aid the teacher
Liaise with the teacher to understand the objectives of each session
Assist the teacher with observations and monitoring of the progress of children, both educationally and socially
Keep up-to-date written records for supporting pupils
Promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem, and improve independent work with children to assist their education and growth
Depending on school, there may be a specific focus on certain curriculum areas
It is an interesting, varied position that gives you the valuable opportunities of gaining experience in a professional setting working with young people and colleagues
You will find out about the teaching paths that are available, and the hope is that this apprenticeship will lead you onto you next step on the career ladder
Teaching Assistants may also undertake some or all of the following:
Work with individual pupils with special educational needs
Work with pupils for whom English is not their first language
Assist in the development of individual development plans for pupils (such as Individual educational plans)
Support the work of volunteers and other teaching assistants in the classroom
Support the use of ICT in the curriculum
Invigilate exams and tests
Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out-of-school activities
Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas, ensuring they are available for use, including developing and presenting displays
Support pupils in developing and implementing their own personal social and development
Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence
Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom
Training:Training Topics include:
Understanding how children learn and develop
Using technology to support learning
Working with teachers to understand and support assessment
Keeping children safe in education
Planning and leading high-quality physical activity
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and End Point Assessment, a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Qualification will be achieved
Training Outcome:
Higher education pathway
Teaching assistant within a school setting
Pathway into teaching
Working in a sector that involves initiative, leadership, communication, developing positive relationships
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:KS2 learn in the original Victorian half of the school which includes a fabulous library on a mezzanine floor. We also have a bright and airy classroom in the newer building for Reception and KS1 with a delightful outdoor learning space complete with raised beds, a sand pit, a stage, digging area including a digger and a mini bike track.
Our staff are a dedicated, creative and supportive team and our class sizes are small, providing a caring and focused learning environment which meets the individual needs of each and every one of our pupils. Being at the heart of our village community, we pride ourselves on working collaboratively and in close partnership with parents and carers, governors, neighbouring schools and local people. We have strong ties with our church, St Peter and St Paul, which supports us in nurturing our children through sound Christian values; kindness towards others and respect and acceptance that we are all unique. We are inclusive and provide education for children of all faiths and none. Every day in school, we engage and inspire our children. Through creative teaching, we ignite a lifelong love of learning and equip our pupils with the skills they require to be attentive, self-motivated, independent learners who are happy, confident and eager to learn. Our learning environment is one in which every pupil is valued, supported and challenged through high quality teaching.
Through the provision of a wealth of different opportunities in sport, music, outdoor learning, themed days and visitors in school, we hope that each child will grow in knowledge, skills, wisdom, inquisitiveness and confidence so that they may leave us with a toolkit to support their learning in life. Opportunities for pupil leadership in upper key stage 2 will help to create self-assured children who feel prepared to accept challenges they meet in the future.
Our day starts at 8:50am (doors open at 8:40am) and we finish at 3:20pm. We have a fun breakfast club from 7:45am every morning and exciting after school clubs until 4:20pm running alongside our own wrap around provision until 5:30pm Monday to Thursday and until 4:30pm on Friday.
We look forward to welcoming you into our school community.Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Exact hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
