Classroom Teaching Assistant Apprentice - Giles Infant and Nursery School

Provide teaching support in small groups and, where necessary, be assigned to individual pupils in order to aid the teacher Liaise with the teacher to understand the objectives of each session Assist the teacher with observations and monitoring of the progress of children, both educationally and socially Keep up-to-date written records for supporting pupils Promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem, and improve independent work with children to assist their education and growth Depending on school, there may be a specific focus on certain curriculum areas It is an interesting, varied position that gives you the valuable opportunities of gaining experience in a professional setting working with young people and colleagues You will find out about the teaching paths that are available and the hope is that this apprenticeship will lead you onto your next step on the career ladder

Teaching Assistants may also undertake some or all of the following:

Work with individual pupils with special educational needs Work with pupils for whom English is not their first language Assist in the development of individual development plans for pupils (such as Individual educational plans) Support the work of volunteers and other teaching assistants in the classroom Support the use of ICT in the curriculum Invigilate exams and tests Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out of school activities Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas ensuring they are available for use, including developing and presenting displays Support pupils in developing and implementing their own personal social and development Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom

Training:

Training is provided through a blended programme of practical activity, group training and virtual learning. The programme provides opportunities to share experiences with other apprentices and learn from experienced professionals. 

Training Topics include:

Understanding how children learn and develop Using Technology to support learning Working with teachers to understand and support assessment Keeping Children safe in education Planning and leading high quality Physical Activity

Upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship and End Point Assessment, a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Qualification will be achieved.

Additional qualifications include:

Safeguarding Level 1 Prevent duty Working towards Level 2 Functional Skills (where appropriate) Opportunities to gain additional coaching qualifications

Training Outcome:
Higher education pathway Teaching Assistant within a school setting Pathway into teaching Working in a sector that involves initiative, leadership, communication, developing positive relationships Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work

Employer Description:
Welcome to The Giles Nursery and Infants’ School website. Our school is a lovely oasis of calm and creative learning. We are very proud that it has established a local reputation for high standards, high achievement, good behaviour and kindness. We understand how young children learn and provide a richly creative environment in which our children enjoy abundant and engaging learning experiences. These promote ownership of learning and lead to high standards of achievement. We are an inclusive school that strives to maintain a loving and caring school community where everyone feels welcome, secure and valued. Children develop independence, responsibility, compassion and good manners through a detailed and extensive personal, social and health education programme. ‘Everyone is proud of this school. Parents have nothing but praise for the 'amazing staff', 'welcoming environment' and 'exciting experiences' organised for their children. Pupils love learning because of the 'fun activities and interesting things to do.' - Ofsted The school’s most recent Ofsted/HMI inspection of February 2020 judged the school to be ‘good’, and stated that 'there is enough evidence of improved performance to suggest that the school could be judged outstanding'. Our most recent Hertfordshire Review in December 2021 awarded the school a ‘dark green’ which means that The Giles Nursery and Infants' School is "a very strong school which would be likely to gain or maintain 'outstanding' under the 2019 EIF". We are proud of our school. Discover more about how our children enjoy their learning and their time here through our website, or arrange a visit through our school office. Visitors are always very welcome. Our children are at the heart of all we do here at The Giles Nursery and Infants’ School and their successes are a credit to them, our staff, our governors and our parents and carers. “A fantastic school, all of my children have thrived here. The teachers are amazing." Parent/Carer comment July 2021

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday. Hours to be confirmed. Wages discussed at interview.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Physical fitness