Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Support for Pupils:

Be resilient, positive and have good communication skills Show an interest in pupils and support them to become independent *assist pupils with physical needs and personal care Be willing to undertake additional training to meet individual pupils Support pupils in new or challenging situations Carry out physical intervention and/or restraint when necessary in accordance with the school’s positive management policy Support pupils in maintaining good standards of health & hygiene Be able to respond to any difficulties quickly and effectively Be able to assist with break and lunchtime supervision including facilitating games and activities

Support for Teachers:

Understand classroom roles and responsibilities Application *be able to set up ICT resources for classroom Application Have knowledge of and compliance with the school’s Health & Safety and Child Protection Policy, record keeping system, policies and procedures Understand and comply with the requirements regarding confidentiality *be able to supervise and assist pupils in their learning, ensuring that all pupils are included Understand and employ agreed strategies to manage pupil behaviour *be able to select, prepare and set out learning resources Be able to work as part of a team Be willing to attend training courses to develop professionally

Support for the curriculm:

Be able to provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress and achievements Be able to support the use of ICT in the curriculum Understand how to support the children’s learning through play Be willing to escort and supervise pupils on educational visits and out of school activities Understand and support independent learning and inclusion of all pupils

Training:

At the end of the apprenticeship, you will achieve the following:

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard: The apprenticeship will be delivered via teams meetings every 4-6 weeks and observations in the workplace alongside your job role There is no day release required for this training

Training Outcome:
Once you have completed the apprenticeship there will be the opportunity for you to progress to employment as a Teaching Assistant

Employer Description:
As a community school, we take pride in the diversity of our student body and our ability to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for all students. Our dedicated team of experienced and passionate teachers work tirelessly to ensure that every child reaches their full potential through a comprehensive curriculum that is tailored to their individual needs and strengths. At Banstead Community Junior School, we believe that education should be holistic and designed to prepare our students for life beyond the school gates. Therefore, in addition to our core academic subjects, we offer a range of extra-curricular activities and enrichment programs that promote the development of each child's creativity, physical fitness, leadership skills, and social awareness. Our facilities are second to none, boasting modern classrooms with state-of-the-art equipment and ample space for learning and interaction. We also have a well-equipped library, a spacious sports hall, a vibrant music room and an ICT suite, ensuring that our students have access to all the resources they need to succeed academically and socially.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm with 30 minutes lunch, term time plus additional training days within the school holidays with an apprenticeship learning provider.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience