Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Duties and Responsibilities

Support for Pupils, Teachers and the Curriculum

Work in partnership with teachers/managers and other professional agencies to provide effective support
with learning and play activities Awareness of and work within school policies and procedures Support pupils to understand instructions, support independent learning and play and to promote the inclusion of all pupils Implement and contribute to learning and teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher/manager, adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses as appropriate Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher/manager, providing feedback to the teacher/manager on pupil progress Support the teacher/manager in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task based on the expectations for individual pupils Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes but not as a supervisory assistant Under the guidance of a teacher/manager monitor, assess and record pupil progress/activities Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher/manager and in line with health and safety requirements Support pupils in their social development and their emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher/manager as appropriate Support pupils with SEN needs as appropriate Share information about pupils with other staff, parents / carers, internal and external agencies, as appropriate and in line with school policies and procedures Contribute to pupils plans and reports Support the work of volunteers and other teaching assistants in the classroom Support the use of ICT in the curriculum Undertake pupil record keeping and maintenance of records as requested Provide cover to supervise a class and/or small group on an unexpected no timetabled basis only 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 children’s learning through play and planned learning activities Maintain a clean, safe and tidy learning environment Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence May be asked to administer medications subject to agreement and in line with school policy Provide basic first aid, if appropriate, ensuring timely referral to health service in emergency situations Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom Provide support to pupils who have communication difficulties also where English is an additional language

Training:
The successful candidate will complete Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard This will be delivered with one day in college per month and a tutor visiting in the workplace once a month

Training Outcome:
For the right candidates there is a possibility of permanent employment and going on to complete further qualifications

Employer Description:
Our vision is founded on our passion to achieve the best possible outcomes academically and in the personal development of the children at Chester-le-Street Church of England Primary School. We believe that every one of our children can succeed and are committed to educating the 'whole child'. We want all of our children to be socially responsible and emotionally literate; we want them to be safe, confident and happy.

Working Hours :
Monday- Thursday 8.30am- 4.30pm Friday 8.30am- 4pm Term time only

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience