Teaching Assistant Apprentice

You will support with the planning, preparation and delivery of lessons for pupils, in conjunction with the class teacher and SENDCO.

You will work with individual pupils as well as groups and whole classes.

Main duties will include:

Making sure that the pupils you support are able to engage in learning and stay on task during the lesson or activity so they can become independent learners Assessing the development, progress and attainment of pupils Working independently and under the direction of the line manager to undertake a range of tasks including intervention programmes to support learning e.g. supporting literacy and numeracy work, listening to reading etc. Undertaking tasks to support the curriculum and assisting with events organised as part of the curriculum e.g. organising and scheduling pupils' annual review meetings Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils Set challenging and high expectations which promote the Academy’s Culture of Excellence Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievements under the guidance of the class teacher

Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, delivered by United Apprenticeships The apprentice will complete training on the job from Kettering Buccleuch Academy, including remote CPD sessions (a minimum of 6.5 hours per week during normal working hours) and two national face to face conferences

Training Outcome:

You will be qualified as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant which could lead to a HLTA role, teacher training and full teaching role.

Employer Description:
Kettering Buccleuch Academy is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Since becoming an academy in September 2009, Kettering Buccleuch Academy has seen many exciting changes. We are an all-through academy catering for students aged 4-18. We moved into our new, purpose-built building in January 2013. The academy continues to go from strength to strength, with happy and motivated staff, a supportive culture and plenty of opportunities for personal growth with our excellent staff CPD offer. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.15am - 3.15pm

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