Deliver high levels of personal productivity and quality interactions with our customers
Support first contact resolution of queries including diagnosing and scheduling repairs. Support with rent, ASB, lettings and home ownership queries
Take a proactive approach to our customer experience. Work with colleagues to ensure we do what we say we’ll do to minimise customer effort
Record every contact, capturing quality customer information, including profiling. data in line with guidelines such as GDPR and PCI compliance
Promote safeguarding, making referrals where appropriateBe available and flexible to work in our office during our opening hours
Provide support to colleagues as required
Support the Customer Experience Coach and Customer Experience Manager with the implementation of Customer Experience plans and projects
Training:
You will work towards Housing & Property Management Assistant Apprenticeship standard
You will also gain CIH Level 2 Certificate in Housing Practice
You will work towards functional skills maths and English ( if needed)
Training Outcome:This is a fantastic opportunity to enter the housing sector.Employer Description:Established in 1968, we've been working with people to maximise their quality of life ever since. We own and manage more than 5,500 homes in England and Wales, providing a range of affordable housing solutions including general let properties, shared ownership (Homes by Muir), independent living (Muir Living) and supported housing. We also deliver services to help maintain homes and provide tenancy support for customers. With offices in Chester, Burnley and Huntingdon, we enjoy the support of 140 colleagues, as well as our own in-house maintenance provider, Muir Property Solutions (MPS).Working Hours :9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Head HousekeeperAre you caring, honest and hardworking? Do you seek meaningful work? If so, we may have just the role for you!30 Hours per week (9am – 3pm), one weekend a month with covering available.£13.26 per hourRomsey SO51We are currently looking for a Domestic Assistant to join our team based in a family-run Residential home in Romsey.What’s on Offer?
Competitive rates of pay and benefits Paid breaks; 5.6 weeks holiday a year (including bank holidays) The Peoples Pension Scheme Induction and training programme for all employees Refer a friend scheme Annual pay reviewUniforms provided Friendly and approachable team Opt in Free private health insurance Superb setting and working environmentFree parking
About the role: You do not need any previous experience or qualifications for this role, however, if you have previous experience as a Housekeeper in the care industry, this is an added advantage.
You will maintain high standards of cleanliness, tidiness and hygiene in all shared spaced and storage areas. The provision of the highest standards of care to the residents and to maintain the National Care Standards.To clean and tidy the resident’s rooms according to any planned schedules.To support the care staff in their endeavours to provide a non-institutional lifestyle for the residents and to sometimes participate in activities with the residents.To report any illnesses noticed in the residents or significant changes or other concerns to the Care Team Manager as soon as possible. To make beds, tidy rooms and perform any cleaning duties as required.To serve beverages as directed by the Housekeeper and Care staff.To ensure all plants/flowers are kept watered
What you will need:
Excellent communication skills Ability to work well as part of a dedicated team Friendly and enthusiastic character who can build rapport with our residents
We are a multi-award-winning family run business where our philosophy, ‘loving care matters’, sits at the heart of everything we do. We are passionately dedicated to providing an outstanding quality of care and accommodation at our care homes, which enriches the lives of our residents. Central to this is empowering our employees through superior training and development to deliver inspirational care. APPLY NOW. If you’d like to hear more, please contact the team on 0330 335 8999.....Read more...
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Home Care Assistant, you’ll support people in their own homes to:
Live independently and confidently
Stay safe, respected and well-cared for
Stay connected with family, friends and their community
Achieve personal, meaningful outcomes
Your day may include:
Helping with washing, dressing and personal care
Supporting with medication, meals and hydration
Providing companionship and emotional support
Supporting people to get out, attend appointments, or stay connected locally
Recording and sharing important information with families and professionals
Every visit is an opportunity to make someone’s day a little brighter.
Benefits
Fully funded DBS
Paid induction training
Holiday pay that grows with length of service
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – support for you and your dependants
Optional GMB union membership
Development opportunities in an employee-owned, values-led social enterprise
Bonuses & Rewards
You’ll have access to a range of recognition and bonus schemes, including:
New starter bonus (up to £300)*
Refer a Friend bonus (up to £300)*
Annual bonus (up to £400)*
£25 birthday gift voucher
*Current bonus structure - more details shared at recruitment and onboarding. Training:Paragon Skills is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, national apprenticeship provider inspiring over 10,000 learners annually and working with over 3000 businesses to deliver apprenticeships in a high-quality, consistent way. Our dedicated focus on the Care and Education sectors means we are deeply rooted within these sectors and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of what is required from a training perspective. Upon completion of this 12 month Apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Adult Care Worker apprenticeship Level 2 Apprenticeship.Training Outcome:There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Be Caring is the UK’s largest employee-owned social care provider. When you join us, you’re not only a member of a community care team, you’re a co-owner, with a real voice in how we do things. As a Care Worker with Be Caring, you’ll have:
Work that reflects our values: Be Kind, Be Proud, Be the Best You Can Be, Be Safe, Be Happy, Be Involved
Block pay – paid for your whole shift, not pay-per-call
Full training, stable hours and a role you can genuinely be proud of
A chance to make a real difference in the communities you live and work inWorking Hours :Early shift: 7:00am – 1:00pmLate shift: 3:00pm – 10:00pmYou’ll work a fixed 2-week rota, which will include:Alternate full weekends, or Every Saturday, or Every SundaySkills: Initative,Non judgemental,Patience,....Read more...
The role will have various duties including, but not limited to:
Servicing customers - selling over the counter medicines
Taking and handing out prescriptions, dispensing prescriptions
Promoting services
Cash handling
Ensuring tidiness of branch
Using a dispensary computer system to generate stock orders and labels
Receiving, loading, and unloading incoming goods from wholesalers, manufacturers and elsewhere
Training:Level 2 Pharmacy Services Assistant Apprenticeship Standard:
Weekly release at our Walsall Campus - 1-day per week (term time only)
Full-time apprentices will typically spend 15-months on-programme (before the gateway) working towards the occupational standard, with off-the-job training
The purpose of the end point assessment (EPA) is to test that an apprentice is fully capable of doing their job before they receive their apprenticeship certificate. It also helps to demonstrate that what an apprentice has learned can be applied in the real world
The focus is now on the outcome of an apprenticeship, and apprentices have to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and behaviours that employers have identified they need
Training Outcome:
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry-specific competence
Potential for full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work
Employer Description:Stafford Health and Wellbeing (SHaW) is the new home for Browning Street Surgery. This is a well-respected practice that has been based in the north of Stafford since the NHS began.
It was originally based on the Foregate before moving to Browning Street. It was the first Stafford practice to be modernised in 1991 when the practice premises were enlarged and for 6 months the practice operated from a porta-cabin.
Within a few years, with the expansion of services, the practice had outgrown the building. Despite inadequate car-parking and no attached pharmacy patient numbers have remained the same whilst other practices have rebuilt and developed more modern premises.
The strength of the practice is that it remains very patient focused delivering quality medical and nursing care from an experienced and well developed practice team.
The building of new facilities as part of the Northfield Village development by Staffordshire County Council offers an incredible opportunity to take the skills of the practice team and place them in premises that are second to none anywhere in the area.Working Hours :Specific days and shifts are to be confirmed upon interview with the pharmacy.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Healthcare Assistant - Complex care
Location – Bridgewater, Somerset
Pay – £14.00- £22.00 per hour
Shift – Days and Nights (12 Hour Shifts)
Full Training Provided
An amazing opportunity has arisen in the Bridgewater area for carers as OneCall24 Healthcare is looking to recruit a team of carers to work with a client who is an incredible gentleman who has an acquired brain injury. Our client loves sports, his favorite is cricket and football, his favorite team is Leeds. He likes being out in the community and exploring. We want our carers to be able to deliver person centered care in line with a personalized care plan created specifically to meet the needs of our individual client.
We are looking for motivated and driven carers to join our highly dedicated and welcoming team at OneCall24 Healthcare
You will be fully supported by our highly skilled Nurse Managers, who are on hand to support and guide all of staff, to ensure the highest standards of care and an excellent pathway of professional development.
What Experience We Require:
Tracheostomy
Moving and handling
Medication
Catheter Care
What's In It for You?
Excellent rates of pay with night and weekend enhancements plus special bank holiday rates.
£50 signing on bonus paid to all workers within your first weekly pay. £50 recommend a friend bonus, paid to all OneCall24 Healthcare employees for all workers recommended to OneCall24 Healthcare, once they have completed their first week.
Paid weekly on time and accurately.
Free DBS.
Out of hours on call support centre.
Ongoing CPD and Development opportunities.
We are passionate about delivering the best quality nursing led care and we are looking for like-minded professional who have great customer service skills, a passion to succeed and a proven track record of experience within this specialist area of healthcare at home.
Join us at OneCall24 today and make a difference!
Please contact us today to begin your application or call 03333 22 11 33 quoting Complex Care Nursing, to speak with one of our team today!
OneCall24 Healthcare is committed to promoting equal opportunities and nothing contained within this job advertisement is intended to discriminate in any way against anyone.
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We want you to draw on your own experiences and knowledge when answering these questions. Please do not rely on AI tools to generate an answer for you; just be yourself.
Your duties will include but not be limited to:
Interact respectfully and professionally with tenants while supporting repair works. Learn to manage communication with residents and represent the organisation in a positive manner.
Assist skilled operatives with the maintenance and repair of residential properties, shadowing experienced tradespeople and gradually taking on tasks under supervision.
Participate in on-the-job training and classroom-based learning to develop trade skills and knowledge. Complete all required coursework, assessments, and practical evaluations for the apprenticeship qualification.
Follow all health and safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. Learn to identify hazards and report risks to supervisors promptly.
Engage fully with all aspects of the apprenticeship programme, including on-the-job training and off-site learning. Complete coursework, attend training sessions, and meet all milestones and deadlines set by the training provider.
Training:This apprenticeship is delivered as a day release, you will be required to attend college once a week.
Level 2 Property Maintenance Operative Standard
Behaviour, Skills and Knowledge
Training Outcome:Typical career paths following a Property Maintenance Operative Apprenticeship may include:
Maintenance assistant
Maintenance technician
Multi-skilled technician
Multi-skilled trade operative
Property maintenance operative
Property technician
Employer Description:Gateway Housing has been supporting communities to thrive since 1926. We are an ambitious London based housing association with over 3,000 homes in the heart of London’s East End. We provide social rented homes, shared ownership, and sheltered housing. We develop new homes too and are part way through an exciting programme to deliver another 250 homes by 2025. We also run our own in-house maintenance service, Gateway Homeworks.
Our vision is that People will want to live in a Gateway home and People will want to work at Gateway.
We are an Investors in People - GOLD accredited employer and you will be joining at an exciting time to be a key member of a dynamic team that wants to deliver great landlord services and strengthen our links to the local community.
Our values add up to P.A.C.E. Passionate, Accountable, Connected, Excellence.
Please note that on some occasions where we have received sufficient applications, we will close the vacancy earlier than the closing date advertised.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contactedWorking Hours :Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Joining us as a Support Worker, you’ll help individuals with varying levels of personal care, as well as eating and drinking, shopping, household tasks; but perhaps most importantly, fun and fulfilling activities. From music to cinema and theatre trips, to even going on days out and holidays, you’ll make sure everyone has varied and exciting experiences and you’ll get to join in! (Lunch & Dinner provided while on shift)
To communicate clearly with people using a method (words, signs, pictures etc.) of the persons choice.
To help people to maintain and increase their independence by supporting them to do the things they can do for themselves, assisting them with things they need help with and empowering them to do new things.
Help with daily care involving personal care, healthy diet, housework, bed making, cleanliness, safety of home, understanding the role of the tenant, using a wheelchair, hoist, transferring to and from vehicles.
To understand the needs, wishes and dreams of people and support them accordingly through person-centred planning and to evaluate peoples’ plans to ensure they are live and appropriate.
Include the community in the lives of people by ensuring they stay in touch with families and friends, meet new people and lead full lives.
Support people to make informed choices within their lives, encouraging them to understand consequences and risks. This will require flexibility and adaptability to be able give any required emotional support to the person and deal with any potential issues that this might incur.
Encourage people to live healthy lives and support them to manage health problems. To ensure people’s health action plans are up to date and accessible to all concerned with keeping people healthy and well.
Help people to stay safe by assisting them to learn what is safe and what isn’t and to manage situations that may put them at risk.
To work positively with other people, including family and friends, as well as other staff, services and professionals such as GP’s, community nurses, psychologists and care managers.
To ensure people are supported to run their own homes according to their tenancy agreements.
To always adhere to Health & Safety regulations and report potential hazards to the appropriate person in line with Health & Safety policy.
Benefits Include:
30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) for full-time staff (pro-rata for part time).
£68 per night for sleep-ins (Breakfast included).
Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employer Pension Contribution.
Flexible working hours.
Free comprehensive ongoing training, including a unique Leadership Development Programme with the ability to progress to Assistant Support Manager within 18 months.
Employee benefits package with Perkbox (saving you up to £800 per year).
Recommend a friend incentive scheme for employees.
Wellness programs.
Company events and social hours.
Training:Paragon Skills is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, national apprenticeship provider inspiring over 10,000 learners annually and working with over 3000 businesses to deliver apprenticeships in a high-quality, consistent way. Our dedicated focus on the Care and Education sectors means we are deeply rooted within these sectors and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of what is required from a training perspective.
Upon completion of this 12 month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Adult care worker (level 2) Apprenticeship qualification.Training Outcome:There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:As an approved provider with Oxfordshire County Council our person-centred support ranges from 24-hour care for those with complex learning, health and /or physical disabilities to a few hours support per week for those who live more independently. People we support are given the freedom and independence to live with peers in a supported environment through our supported living households. We also run three community hubs in Wallingford, Didcot and Banbury so that people with learning disabilities can get the best out of their local communities.Working Hours :Shifts to be confirmed (May include evenings and weekends).Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Patience,Attention to Detail,Customer Care Skills,Non judgemental,....Read more...
Joining us as a Support Worker, you’ll help individuals with varying levels of personal care, as well as eating and drinking, shopping, household tasks; but perhaps most importantly, fun and fulfilling activities. From music to cinema and theatre trips, to even going on days out and holidays, you’ll make sure everyone has varied and exciting experiences and you’ll get to join in! (Lunch & Dinner provided while on shift)
To communicate clearly with people using a method (words, signs, pictures etc.) of the persons choice.
To help people to maintain and increase their independence by supporting them to do the things they can do for themselves, assisting them with things they need help with and empowering them to do new things.
Help with daily care involving personal care, healthy diet, housework, bed making, cleanliness, safety of home, understanding the role of the tenant, using a wheelchair, hoist, transferring to and from vehicles.
To understand the needs, wishes and dreams of people and support them accordingly through person-centred planning and to evaluate peoples’ plans to ensure they are live and appropriate.
Include the community in the lives of people by ensuring they stay in touch with families and friends, meet new people and lead full lives.
Support people to make informed choices within their lives, encouraging them to understand consequences and risks. This will require flexibility and adaptability to be able give any required emotional support to the person and deal with any potential issues that this might incur.
Encourage people to live healthy lives and support them to manage health problems. To ensure people’s health action plans are up to date and accessible to all concerned with keeping people healthy and well.
Help people to stay safe by assisting them to learn what is safe and what isn’t and to manage situations that may put them at risk.
To work positively with other people, including family and friends, as well as other staff, services and professionals such as GPs, community nurses, psychologists and care managers.
To ensure people are supported to run their own homes according to their tenancy agreements.
To always adhere to Health & Safety regulations and report potential hazards to the appropriate person in line with Health & Safety policy.
Benefits Include:
30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) for full-time staff (pro-rata for part time).
£68 per night for sleep-ins. (Breakfast included).
Company Pension Scheme - 5% Employer Pension Contribution.
Flexible working hours.
Free comprehensive ongoing training, including a unique.
Leadership Development Programme with the ability to progress to Assistant Support Manager within 18 months.
Employee benefits package with Perkbox (saving you up to £800 per year).
Recommend a friend incentive scheme for employees
Wellness programs.
Company events & social hours.
Training:Paragon Skills is an award-winning, Ofsted-rated ‘Good’, national apprenticeship provider inspiring over 10,000 learners annually and working with over 3000 businesses to deliver apprenticeships in a high-quality, consistent way. Our dedicated focus on the Care and Education sectors means we are deeply rooted within these sectors and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of what is required from a training perspective.
Upon completion of this 12 month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Adult care worker (level 2) Apprenticeship qualification.Training Outcome:There is a possibility of being offered a full time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:As an approved provider with Oxfordshire County Council our person-centred support ranges from 24-hour care for those with complex learning, health and /or physical disabilities to a few hours support per week for those who live more independently. People we support are given the freedom and independence to live with peers in a supported environment through our supported living households. We also run three community hubs in Wallingford, Didcot and Banbury so that people with learning disabilities can get the best out of their local communities.Working Hours :Shifts to be confirmed (May include evenings and weekends).Skills: Logical,Team working,Creative,Patience,Customer Care Skills,Non judgemental,....Read more...
Classroom Support: Provide support to the lead teacher in classroom activities, including setting up materials, assisting with lesson delivery, and managing student behaviour to ensure a productive learning environment
Individualised Assistance: Work closely with students on a one-on-one or small group basis, providing additional support and guidance in understanding subject matter, reinforcing concepts, and addressing learning challenges
Classroom Management: Assist in maintaining discipline and order in the classroom, reinforcing established rules and procedures, and helping to ensure a safe and respectful learning environment
Learning Resources: Help in organising and preparing learning resources, such as textbooks, visual aids, and supplementary materials, to enhance teaching effectiveness
Assessment Support: Assist in administering and grading assignments, quizzes, and tests, as well as recording and tracking student progress and performance
Special Needs Support: Collaborate with the teacher and other support staff to accommodate students with special needs, ensuring their inclusion and participation in classroom activities.
Technology Integration: Support the integration of technology into the teaching and learning process, assisting students with the use of computers and educational software
Parent Communication: Maintain effective communication with parents, conveying student progress, addressing concerns, and fostering a positive home-school partnership
Professional Development: Actively participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance teaching skills and pedagogical knowledge
Child Safeguarding: Adhere to the school's child safeguarding policies and ensure the safety and well
Training:
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program
Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary
If required, you may also complete Functional Skills training as part of your apprenticeship
Training Outcome:
Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry. We arrange the most suitable and appropriate apprenticeship training from one of our partnered training providers. If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.Working Hours :Monday - Friday (hours to be confirmed).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...
Person Specification:
Candidates must show patience and good listening skills when working with pupils
Candidates must be organised and punctual to ensure they are in class on time each day
Candidates must be able to use their own initiative to support children and the class teacher
General Tasks:
Under the guidance and direction of the teacher:
Develop, maintain and apply knowledge and understanding of pupils’ general and specific learning needs to ensure that support is given to them at an appropriate level
Learning support is delivered individually and in groups through a range of tasks, mainly:
Supporting and directing literacy and numeracy tasks, clarifying and explaining instructions
Focus support in areas needing improvement, both academic and social
Work with and support pupils to allow them to use ICT and other specialist equipment to enhance their learning
Motivate and encourage pupils to concentrate on and fulfil the tasks set
Undertake learning activities with pupils of varying abilities to ensure differentiation and access to the curriculum
Seek to ensure the promotion and reinforcement of pupils self esteem, appropriate levels of effort and behaviour and to guide pupils to become independent learners
Contribute to the assessment of pupils’ learning, in particular with regard to Literacy, Numeracy, Science and ICT skills
Contribute to the implementation of the National and/or Foundation Curriculum and specific individual pupil targets
Assist in the development, monitoring and evaluation of programmes of work
Contribute to and assist in the development and monitoring of systems for review and recording of pupils progress
Assist in the preparation, organisation and maintenance of classrooms and their equipment, including assistance with and creation of displays, make basic visual aids, art and craft materials, mount and display pupils work
Assist teachers in timetabling of lessons and curriculum as required
Assist in the preparation for educational visits, and where appropriate accompany students
Attend and contribute to school staff meetings and in-service training events, within contracted hours or outside normal hours by agreement
To provide care and supervision of pupils within the classroom, within the school and outside of the school
Supporting Pupils with curriculum learning
Assisting with lunch duties
Working alongside PE coach during PE sessions and alongside teacher during swimming lessons
Working with pupils in small groups
Typically the job will include all, or most of the following elements:
Supervise pupils using cloakrooms, and toilet facilities. Supervise pupils in playgrounds and when entering and leaving using school transport as required
Assist in the supervision of Standard Assessment Tasks and tests / assessments as directed
Escort pupils to school or parental transport, home or to hospital as necessary
Assist pupils eating, in a controlled environment
Develop an understanding of and provide for pupils’ specific personal needs to ensure a safe learning environment. This may include providing some direct personal care, support and assistance to the pupil in respect of toileting, eating, and mobility
To assume sole supervision of whole classes for short periods in the absence of the teacher, but only when it is essential for the teacher to leave a class, such as in emergency-type situations This would not be expected in the case of inexperienced LSAs
Training Outcome:
Potential for a Teaching Assistant role following completion of apprenticeship
Employer Description:At Upton Noble we are proud of our friendly and family atmosphere whilst providing a safe, supportive and encouraging environment in which we recognise each unique individual. We set high standards of achievement and behaviour whilst ensuring that the children's school days are happy, inspiring and challenging.
Set in the beautiful Somerset countryside, near Bruton lies the village of Upton Noble. Our school, which was founded in 1965, is a light, attractive building with wonderful views across the Brue Valley. Our school currently has 152 children on roll taught in 7 classes. We have our own heated outdoor swimming pool and changing rooms, sports field, two playgrounds and nature area.
Our dedicated staff provide the children with a stimulating and challenging curriculum both in and outside of the classroom. As a Church of England School, we believe in helping our children to reach their true potential: physically, academically, socially and spiritually.
We pride ourselves on our open communication and partnerships with parents, teachers, Governors and the wider community. We acknowledge that nurturing, educating and supporting the children during this stage of their life journey is a team effort…..we are in this together.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 09:00 – 15:30.
30 minute lunch break each day.
Term time only (190 days per year).
1 day release for apprentice study - college.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Person Specification:
Candidates must show patience and good listening skills when working with pupils.
Candidates must be organised and punctual to ensure they are in class on time each day.
Candidates must be able to use their own initiative to support children and the class teacher
General Tasks
Under the guidance and direction of the teacher:
Develop, maintain and apply knowledge and understanding of pupils’ general and specific learning needs to ensure that support is given to them at an appropriate level.
Learning support is delivered individually and in groups through a range of tasks, mainly:
Supporting and directing literacy and numeracy tasks, clarifying and explaining instructions.
Focus support in areas needing improvement, both academic and social.
Work with and support pupils to allow them to use ICT and other specialist equipment to enhance their learning.
Motivate and encourage pupils to concentrate on and fulfil the tasks set.
Undertake learning activities with pupils of varying abilities to ensure differentiation and access to the curriculum.
Seek to ensure the promotion and reinforcement of pupils self esteem, appropriate levels of effort and behaviour and to guide pupils to become independent learners.
Contribute to the assessment of pupils’ learning, in particular with regard to Literacy, Numeracy, Science and ICT skills.
Contribute to the implementation of the National and/or Foundation Curriculum and specific individual pupil targets.
Assist in the development, monitoring and evaluation of programmes of work.
Contribute to and assist in the development and monitoring of systems for review and recording of pupils progress.
Assist in the preparation, organisation and maintenance of classrooms and their equipment, including assistance with and creation of displays, make basic visual aids, art and craft materials, mount and display pupils work.
Assist teachers in timetabling of lessons and curriculum as required.
Assist in the preparation for educational visits, and where appropriate accompany students.
Attend and contribute to school staff meetings and in-service training events, within contracted hours or outside normal hours by agreement.
To provide care and supervision of pupils within the classroom, within the school and outside of the school.
Supporting Pupils with curriculum learning
Assisting with lunch duties.
Working alongside PE coach during PE sessions and alongside teacher during swimming lessons.
Working with pupils in small groups.
Typically the job will include all, or most of the following elements:
Supervise pupils using cloakrooms, and toilet facilities. Supervise pupils in playgrounds and when entering and leaving using school transport as required.
Assist in the supervision of Standard Assessment Tasks and tests / assessments as directed.
Escort pupils to school or parental transport, home or to hospital as necessary.
Assist pupils eating, in a controlled environment.
Develop an understanding of and provide for pupils’ specific personal needs to ensure a safe learning environment. This may include providing some direct personal care, support and assistance to the pupil in respect of toileting, eating, and mobility.
To assume sole supervision of whole classes for short periods in the absence of the teacher, but only when it is essential for the teacher to leave a class, such as in emergency-type situations. This would not be expected in the case of inexperienced LSAs.
Training Outcome:Potential for a Teaching Assistant role following completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:All of our staff and governors work hard to make our school one that is safe and nurturing as well as stimulating and exciting for our children. Our curriculum encompasses the demands of the National Curriculum which is enhanced and developed to match the needs of our children through a range of Quests – we believe that all children have the potential to become confident and independent learners. We try to support them to strive for this and start them on a journey of exploration that will last them a lifetime. This enquiry based learning is supported by the development of our five Learning Behaviours which we believe mastering each 'behaviour' prepares our children well for the world in which we send them.
We are fortunate to have amazing school grounds – our classrooms frame the brightly painted playground we call the quad and there is also a large school field and top playground where there is a range of wooden play equipment and a bespoke trim trail. We have a developed forest school area with a pond, which was opened by the Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset and many outside learning areas within our large school site. We are also very lucky at Bruton Primary School to have our very own swimming pool which we use as much as we can in the Summer Term.Working Hours :09:00 – 15:30 Monday – Friday.
30 minute lunch break each day.
Term time only (190 days per year).
1 day release for apprentice study - college.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
