PE Apprentice - Colnbrook School

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Supporting teachers and students during practical work, to include setting up demonstrations and equipment, providing guidance to pupils in the development of their tasks, including the safe operation and demonstration of equipment To assist with overseeing the work of small groups of students engaged in practical tasks, as requested by the PE coordinator/lead and under the supervision of the classroom teacher Day-to-day support of lessons including preparing equipment, materials and teaching aids Tidying and cleaning after use if required owing to relevant COVID situation To support with efficient organisation of the work and storage areas and to ensure the cleanliness, safety and security of these areas at all times To assist with the delivery of extra curriculum/lunchtime activities Supporting with classroom activities in the morning

Where appropriate for the above activities support staff with:

Preparation of equipment, materials and rooms: setting out of equipment, organising team kits and transport for fixtures and curriculum activities Working as a team member within your school and gaining invaluable experience

Training:
Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Apprenticeship Standard (A level)  Depending on area, you will be assigned a tutor and training will be blended - involving both virtual and face-to-face Training will be weekly and, off-the-job training hours will be logged You will be working with an E-portfolio (BUD System) and alongside your tutor you will be assigned a mentor from within your workplace Following a successful Gateway meeting you will move forwards for an End Point Assessment - Upon successful completion of the EPA you will achieve a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Functional skills if required Your tutor will visit for observations in the workplace

Training Outcome:
Level 4 Sports coach in a school setting Higher education pathway Teaching assistant 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:
We are a special school in Hertfordshire which caters for pupils with Learning Difficulties, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Speech and Language Difficulties. Our pupils range vastly in their needs and we are dedicated to giving the very best education to the children that they deserve. Our team is amazing, caring and hard-working and this helps to achieve the very best for each child. We work in close collaboration with parents, families and other professionals to provide the very best opportunities for all.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday. Working hours to be confirmed. Wage to be discussed at interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative