Level 2 Early Years Teaching Assistant Apprentice

During the day, you will work together with the class team to support pupils with classroom activities. There will be opportunities to work alongside experienced teachers and teaching assistants to organise and lead play activities to develop children’s knowledge, understanding and skills.

Time will also be spent supporting children during lunchtimes and in our extended school (Breakfast School, Club and After School Club).

Excellent communication and enthusiasm will be key in supporting all pupils to progress and achieve their potential. You will support all areas of the curriculum differentiated to meet the needs of the pupils within the classroom. You will be required to assist with teacher admin and also accompany teaching staff and pupils on educational visits and other out-of-school activities.

You will also act as a role model for pupils and be a positive influence on their behaviour at school. It is important that you demonstrate maturity and excellence in all you do.

All of the below will be carried out under the guidance of experienced school practitioners:

Develop good relationships with all of the children (ranging from 2 years to 5 years) Learn skills to be an effective Teaching Assistant Model appropriate positive behaviour with pupils Be confident communicating with parents, carers and other Early Years Providers and external agencies Work with small groups or individuals following the teacher’s planning / direction Supervise small groups indoors and outdoors Make observations and assessments of the children and feedback to the class teacher Keep any information discussed in school confidential Follow the schools Child Protection Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy Support children at lunchtimes including encouraging good table manners and healthy eating Support learning and care provision in the Before and After School Clubs including preparing snacks, leading play activities (indoors and outdoors) and communicating with parents To be a reliable member of the team Help to make a stimulating environment for the children indoors and outdoors, for example, with guidance setting up role play areas and making displays Have a professional attitude to all work and other members of staff Be willing to support children with personal care, e.g. toileting / dressing Drive own development by actively participating in mentor sessions Demonstrate a proactive approach showing initiative and resilience to complete tasks Support teacher’s administration duties including photocopying, organising / making resources Help on school educational visits / outdoor activities and follow all risk assessments Take part in school training as required Complete all coursework as required

Training:
Early Years Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard  Part of your contracted working hours will be at Kendal College - this will be one day a week

Training Outcome:
Once the candidate has completed their apprenticeship, they will have the skills to work as a teaching assistant in a Nursery or Early Years setting / school You would be able to progress to Level 3 Early Years Educator

Employer Description:
Castle Park is a Primary school (including a nursery) located just outside Kendal town, providing education for 2-11-year-old pupils. This successful academy has a strong commitment to high quality learning, in and out of the classroom, and a determination to ensure that each individual pupil develops and achieves to their full potential. There are currently 335 pupils on roll.

Working Hours :
Hours can range from 7.30am until 5.45pm Monday to Friday according to weekly timetable. Term Time only - 39 weeks plus 5 days INSET. Part of your contracted working hours will be at Kendal College.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Polite,Enjoys children's company