Teacher Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship

To work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff  to support access to learning for pupils and provide  general support to the teacher in the management  of pupils. Work may be carried out in the classroom  or outside the normal teaching area. Support for Pupils Attend to the personal needs of pupils including the implementation of personal learning  programmes that may include social, health,  physical, hygiene and welfare objectives. Supervise and support children in their  access of learning. To actively promote inclusive practice within the classroom setting to ensure acceptance of all children. Encourage children to engage in, and  participate in learning activities lead by the class teacher. Assist the supervising teacher with the planning of learning activities. As directed by the class teacher: prepare the classroom prior to a lesson, clear up after a lesson, assist with the display of pupils’ work. Support for the Curriculum Undertake structured and agreed teaching  programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses. Support pupil learning with respect to all of the local and national learning strategies. Support pupils in their use of ICT as directed by the class teacher. Prepare and maintain equipment and resources required to meet learning activities and assist pupils in their use. Support for the School Comply with all school policies relating to health and Safety, equal opportunities, child protection, confidentiality and data protection. Assist with the management of pupils outside the classroom e.g. lunch times and outside the school e.g. school trips as directed by the class teacher and member of the school’s management.

Training Outcome:

Suitable apprentices may be employed on a permanent basis if an opportunity arises.

Employer Description:
Middle School, part of Cheviot Learning Trust, pupils in year groups 5-8, aged 9-13 years School: 340 pupils

Working Hours :
31.25h/w, term-time only Mon - Fri 8.45 - 3.30 (30 mins unpaid lunch break) Shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative