Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Evergreen School

Contribute to curriculum planning and evaluation and assist in implementation Assist in the delivery of lessons/sessions and interact with the teacher and pupils as required Undertake agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting according to pupil responses Support and use ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use Support individuals or groups during independent / group work eg explain tasks, reinforce key objectives/concepts or vocabulary, use practical apparatus, support less able pupils, extend / challenge more able, keep pupils on task, interested, motivated and engaged Encourage pupils to engage and learn in a fun and safe way through a developmentally appropriate curriculum e.g. early years play philosophy or community based practical life skills. Ensure pupil's unique characteristics and interests are valued and their ‘voice’ is heard Occasional support to the whole class for short periods, e.g. story reading, sensory story, circle time games, ICT sessions or physical activities Help pupils develop communication skills using a total communication approach that is consistent with advice from SaLT and class teacher Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, encourage them to interact and work co-operatively and engage in activities Promote independence and development of self-esteem Assist in the personal, social, emotional development of pupils and the development of self-esteem Assist with the development and implementation of personalised learning intentions which are smaller steps towards the pupils EHCP outcomes Support pupils to manage their emotions and responses to the environment through collaborative team work developing individual support plans Support the implementation of ISP and work together to implement strategies to manage pupil behaviour positively and effectively Work with the class team and the family to implement the individual support plans and log effectively pupils' behaviour (IRIS) review and reflect on supporting the pupils proactively
Using specialist skills/knowledge/training, provide support in specialist areas Encourage and reinforce positive interactions between pupils working towards any SEMH short steps set at the annual review of EHCP Identify and report uncharacteristic behaviour patterns on IRIS Assist with pupil supervision on trips off the premises, under overall guidance of the teacher Working with children / pupils with complex special needs, monitor and provide for their general care, safety and welfare, including tasks connected with their social inclusion and providing for their personal, physical and health care needs, including toileting support and over mealtimes As a very last resort use physical intervention strategies to prevent imminent or immediate risk to harm of the pupil/s by following training e.g. team teach Comply with the school’s Code of Conduct, Child Protection and Safeguarding policies and practices Assist with lesson/activity planning, delivery and evaluation Monitor individual/group achievement of learning intentions and feedback to the teacher/pupil Contribute to pupil assessment through observation and reporting in line with the school assessment systems Record information relevant to assessment and review of pupils’ progress Collaborate with team members to compile assessments and reports to support the annual review of the pupils Educational Health Care Plan Active involvement in day-to-day management of the learning environment including responsibility for the care and preparation of teaching aids, equipment, materials and differentiated resources

Training:

The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 SEND Pathway Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification. 

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.

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: 9am - 4:35pm Tuesday to Friday: 9am - 3:35pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Reliability,Flexible