Level 3 Secondary Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Oasis Academy Hadley

1. Strategic Development and Academy Development

Promote and develop a positive, diverse culture within the Academy. Raise student achievement by enhancing Phase 1 practice in collaboration with class teachers. Contribute to the development of the Academy’s vision, values, and aims, adhering to professional behaviors and attitudes.

2. Key Tasks

Assist in implementing IEPs, EHCPs, and PSPs under professional guidance. Support teachers in planning, delivering, and evaluating varied teaching activities. Create and adapt resources for identified students. Work with small groups or individual students on literacy and numeracy programs. Observe and report on student performance to teachers. Maintain records for supported students and assist in reviewing IEPs, Statements, and PSPs. Support students with Access Arrangements in exams. Clear materials after lessons.

3. Key Person Role (where applicable)

Serve as the Key Person for an assigned group of children. Keep and use observational records to inform planning and maintain daily records. Monitor and report on key children’s progress to parents, under the direction of a class teacher.

4. Student Well-Being

Assist in the physical management of students. Encourage student independence and self-confidence. Help with lunchtime clubs, educational visits, and extra-curricular activities. Look after students who are upset or have accidents. Develop positive relationships with parents and carers.

5. General

Attend training sessions, including Academy Training Days. Participate in team meetings and the Academy’s Performance Management process. Perform routine administrative tasks.

Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

During this teaching assistant apprenticeship you will promote self-belief, social inclusion and high self-esteem which will play an integral part to pupils’ wellbeing. You will become an essential part in the learning environment for the classroom teacher and pupils. Working to ensure pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing and safe environment. It is an active role supporting the learner to access the curriculum and expand their knowledge. TAs play a crucial role in supporting teachers and pupils. Your work can have a significant impact on the children's learning experiences, helping them to succeed academically and personally.

Milestone 1. Keeping children safe in Education – (KCSIE Policy, child protection, safeguarding awareness, serious case reviews, health, safety and wellbeing legislation) Milestone 2. Professional Standards and Personal Accountability – (Relationships and Role Modelling, CPD and Personal development) Milestone 3. Child Development and Behaviours – (Child Development Practitioners, stages of development, Behaviour Management). Milestone 4. Curriculum and Technology – (School ICT Systems, using technology, National Curriculum key Stages) Milestone 5. Learning and Assessment Strategies – (Assessment procedures, feedback techniques, SEND Strategies and partnership working) Milestone 6. Prep for End Point Assessment

Training Outcome:
Future opportunities on successful completion of the apprenticeship

Employer Description:
Oasis Academy Hadley is a great place to work and learn. We are one of 52 academies which form part of Oasis Community Learning, a well-established Trust with a great reputation for supporting and developing staff. We are an all-through family school, where children at every key stage from ages 2 to 19 learn well and make good progress. We pride ourselves on being inclusive and championing the gifts and talents of every individual. The happiness, care, and wellbeing of all our children is central to our approach and enables everyone at Hadley to thrive in a safe and secure environment.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, shifts to be confirmed, Term-time only.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience