Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Horton Grange Primary School

Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning. Attend to the pupils’ personal needs and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid, and welfare matters. Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and responding appropriately to individual needs. Encourage pupils to act independently, as appropriate. Promote, support, and facilitate the inclusion of all pupils. Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher or other professionals. Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence. Provide feedback to pupils regarding their progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher. Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to adapt to their needs and support their learning. Assist with the development and implementation of Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), Individual Behaviour Plans (IBPs), and personal care programmes. Comply with relevant statutory guidance and school/Trust policies related to safeguarding, child protection, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting concerns in a timely manner. Demonstrate positive attitudes, values, and behaviours towards equality, ensuring all pupils have equal access to learning opportunities. Contribute to the overall ethos, work, and aims of the school. Appreciate and support the role of other professionals and the school community. Attend relevant meetings as required. Commit to continuous professional development by participating in training and learning activities. Assist with the supervision of pupils outside lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes. Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips, and out-of-school activities as required. Support and contribute to the development of Equal Rights policies and practices in employment and service delivery.

Training:
Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification. Duration of course: 16 months. Training Provider: LMP Education (Rated No 1 Training Provider in the UK!). All learning delivered online/ remotely alongside role.

Training Outcome:

Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
Welcome to Horton Grange Primary School, where children aged 2 to 11 enjoy their lessons and flourish in a safe and happy environment. Our emphasis on English and Maths skills, and traditional classroom-based lessons, is enriched by innovative learning techniques and a wide range of extra-curricular activities. Sporting, cultural and artistic events, visits to places of educational interest, residential trips and fundraising activities all make our inspiring curriculum come alive

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm (or similar)

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience