Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - St Elizabeth’s Catholic Primary School

Teaching and Learning

Support and promote the Catholic ethos of the school Demonstrate an informed and efficient approach to teaching and learning by adopting relevant strategies to support the work of the teacher and increase achievement of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) Promote, support, and facilitate inclusion by encouraging participation of all pupils in learning and extracurricular activities. Support the teaching of a broad and balanced curriculum aimed at pupils achieving their full potential in all areas of learning. Use effective behaviour management strategies consistently in line with the school’s policy and procedures. Support class teachers with maintaining good order and discipline among pupils, managing behaviour effectively to ensure a good and safe learning environment. Organise and manage teaching space and resources to help maintain a stimulating and safe learning environment Observe pupil performance and pass observations on to the class teacher Supervise a class if the teacher is temporarily unavailable. Use ICT skills to advance pupils’ learning Undertake any other relevant duties given by the class teacher

Planning

Contribute to effective assessment and planning by supporting the monitoring, recording, and reporting of pupil performance and progress as appropriate to the level of the role Read and understand lesson plans shared prior to lessons, if available Prepare the classroom for lessons

Working with Staff, Parents/Carers, and Relevant Professionals

Communicate effectively with other staff members and pupils, and with parents and carers under the direction of the class teacher. Communicate their knowledge and understanding of pupils to other school staff and education, health, and social care professionals, so that informed decision making can take place on intervention and provision. Contribute to meetings with parents and carers by providing feedback on pupil progress, attainment, and barriers to learning, as directed by teachers With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress, or concerns they may have about the pupils they work with Understand their role to be able to work collaboratively with classroom teachers and other colleagues, including specialist advisory teachers Collaborate and work with colleagues and other relevant professionals within and beyond the school Develop effective professional relationships with colleagues

Health and Safety

Promote the safety and wellbeing of pupils, and help to safeguard pupils’ wellbeing by following the requirements of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and our school’s child protection policy Look after children who are upset or have had accidents

Professional Development

Help keep their own knowledge and understanding relevant and up-to-date by reflecting on their own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness Take opportunities to build the appropriate skills, qualifications, and/or experience needed for the role, with support from the school Take part in the school’s appraisal procedures

Other Areas of Responsibility

Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g., Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school Follow school policies and the staff code of conduct

Training:
Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard  Training Provider: LMP Education (Rated BEST UK provider) All learning delivered online/ remotely alongside placement at the school. 

Training Outcome:

Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
At St Elizabeth’s we pride ourselves on celebrating the cultural diversity of our locality.  We are a school community in which all children are welcomed and valued as unique members of God’s family, a family of different faiths and backgrounds living, loving and learning together joyfully following in the footsteps of Jesus Christ.  Central to our philosophy are the values and virtues Christ taught us through the Gospels, these values run through every aspect of school life like a golden thread, intertwined and bound throughout all of our relationships and the experiences we provide for our children.  Our reliance on these values ensures the spiritual formation of every member of our school family.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (8.30am to 3.30pm).

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience