Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Working alongside and under the direction of the classroom teachers to provide support for all learners Provide targeted support for those with SEND, vulnerabilities and additional learning needs Ensure that all students understand the learning objectives and work they have to complete, supporting them to focus and remain on task with increasing independence With the class teacher, keep other professionals accurately informed of performance and progress or concerns they may have about the students they work with Share responsibility for ensuring that your own knowledge and understanding are relevant and up to date by reflecting on your own practice, liaising with school leaders, and identifying relevant professional development to improve personal effectiveness. Demonstrate a level of subject and curriculum knowledge relevant to the role and apply this effectively in supporting teachers and pupils

You will be assigned classes to support over the two-week timetable of the school. You will have a day release time to complete your apprenticeship work and you will have regular meetings with your school mentor and apprentice coach. 

Training:

Whilst the majority of the training will be in the workplace, regular attendance will be required at Cirencester College.

Training Outcome:

Potential employment on a permanent contract at the school should a vacancy arise.

Employer Description:
Choosing where to work, teach and support students is a big decision and we're here to support you with your next career steps. We are the largest comprehensive school in Gloucestershire; an established single academy trust with an excellent reputation, a wide catchment, and a strong presence in our local community. Ofsted rated us 'Good' in all areas in 2022. The report highlights that “leaders put the welfare of pupils, as well as academic achievement, at the heart of everything they do” and that the “headteacher has very high expectations of the school”. “Pupils enjoy school” and there is a “strong sense of community for both staff and pupils”. Bournside is consistently oversubscribed with a PAN of 300, with most of our students choosing to stay with us post-16 in our thriving Sixth Form.

Working Hours :
School hours, Monday to Friday 30.5 hours, term time only (39 weeks).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience