Early Years Educator Apprentice

Aim of role:

To encourage the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school, and enable pupils to become more independent learners  To undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom To work in Early Years with some cover in KS1

Support for Pupils, Teachers and the Curriculum:

Work in partnership with teachers and other professional agencies to provide effective support with learning activities Awareness of and work within school policies and procedures Support pupils to understand instructions, support independent learning and to promote the inclusion of all pupils Implement and contribute to planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses as appropriate Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task Under the guidance of a teacher monitor, assess and record pupil progress/activities Provide feedback to pupils in relation to attainment and progress under teacher guidance Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities  Support pupils in their social development and their emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate Support pupils with SEND 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 Work with pupils not working to the normal timetable using Teacher’s planning Undertake pupil record keeping and maintenance of records as requested Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out of school activities Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times Maintain a clean, safe and tidy learning environment Support children’s learning through play and planned learning activities Support pupils in developing and implementing their own personal and social development May be asked to administer medications subject to agreement and in line with school policy Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence  Support the health, safety and welfare of children in EYFS/KS1 Provide basic first aid Monitor and manage classroom supplies

Support for the School:

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding/child protection, confidentiality and data protection Show a duty of care to pupils and staff and take appropriate action to comply with health and safety requirements at all times Be aware of and support difference and ensure that all pupils have access to opportunities to learn and develop Contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school Maintain good relationships with colleagues and work together as a team Appreciate and support the role of other professionals Attend relevant meetings as required Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required Demonstrate and promote commitment to equal opportunities To attend BAC weekly as part of your apprenticeship study

Training:
You will be required to attend Bishop Auckland College one day per week Full, on the job training will be provided by the employer You will be working towards the Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship standard Training will include paediatric first aid qualification 

Training Outcome:

Employment within the organisation, to be discussed at interview.

Employer Description:
We are a smaller than average primary school and we are proud to say, we are a growing school. At present we have 103 pupils ranged from Reception to Year 6, with an additional 22 children in our Nursery, and a staff of teachers and teaching assistants who are committed to providing the best education to our pupils. This school is very much a part of the local community and we pride ourselves on the good relationships that exist between families and the school. The education and wellbeing of our children is of the utmost importance and working together will enable the children of Bearpark Primary to achieve to the best of their ability. We are proud of the good relationships that exist within school between the children themselves, between children and staff and between staff and Governors. This school is a happy place to be.

Working Hours :
Monday - Wednesday 08.00 - 16.00, Thursday (College) 09.00- 16.15, Friday 08.00 - 15.30

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working