Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice at Holy Trinity Church School, Yeovil

Main Responsibilities and Duties:

To carry out the following activities under the direction of the teacher:

Support to the pupil(s):

Develop and apply knowledge and understanding of pupils’ general learning needs to ensure that support is given to them at an appropriate level Supporting pupils with literacy and numeracy tasks, clarifying and explaining instructions Support pupils to use ICT and other equipment to enhance learning Motivate and encourage pupils to concentrate on and fulfil the tasks set, to help them become independent learners To provide support, care and supervision of pupils within the classroom, within the school and outside of the school To provide support for pupils’ 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 work with pupil groups, using a range of strategies to gain acceptance and inclusion of pupils with special educational needs

Support to the school:

To assist in the preparation for educational visits, and where appropriate accompany/supervise students undertaking off-site activities To attend and contribute to school staff meetings and in-service training within contracted hours or outside normal hours by agreement To assist in the supervision of Standard Assessment Tasks and tests / assessments as directed To supervise pupils using cloakrooms, showers and toilet facilities Supervise pupils in playgrounds and when entering and leaving using school transport To follow school procedures and report any concerns to the Headteacher, for example health and safety risks To adhere to and execute school policy and procedure where appropriate

Support to the teacher:

To assist in preparing and maintaining the learning environment to support teaching staff in the development of learning strategies To upkeep data files, catalogue resources, maintain inventories, photocopy, record TV programmes and use I.T. systems for administration and educational purposes To 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

Support to the curriculum:

To support the use of ICT in the classroom - Work with and support pupils to ensure they are able to use ICT and other specialist equipment to enhance their learning Undertake learning activities with pupils of varying abilities to ensure differentiation and access to the curriculum Contribute to the implementation of the National and/or Foundation Curriculum and specific individual pupil targets and/or group targets

Training:

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard:

Functional Skills in English and maths Level 2 if required End Point Assessment: Practical workplace observation; Q&A session; Professional Discussion

Training Outcome:
Possible progression to permanent employment within the school or trust Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Special Education Needs, Foundation Degree

Employer Description:
Holy Trinity Church School is part of the Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust. The Aim of The Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust: To ensure that every school within the Trust provides an outstanding education for every child, rooted in its distinctively Christian ethos. The Bath & Wells Multi Academy Trust’s mission is to provide an education which is life enhancing for every child. We promise an experience which is lovingly inclusive to all pupils.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.45am - 3.30pm. Term time.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Flexibility


  • Location: 10 Lime Tree Avenue Yeovil Somerset BA20 2PW
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC
  • Posted: 20-Nov-2024
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk