TEACHING ASSISTANT APPRENTICE

To take every opportunity to develop pupils’ language, reading, numeracy and related skills as directed by class teachers.
  To assist in monitoring and recording the progress of individual pupils in accordance with school procedures, and reporting to class teachers.
  To give verbal and written feedback to pupils on their attainment in order to promote further progress.
  To work with teachers to identify and respond appropriately to pupils’ individual needs, assisting pupils in areas of specific difficulty.
  To assist the teacher in setting appropriate learning and behaviour expectations of pupils and supporting pupils appropriately to achieve these.
  To help promote and reinforce pupils’ self-esteem, encouraging inclusion of pupils with special educational needs.
  To help create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment for pupils’ learning, ensuring that pupils are able to use equipment and materials provided.
  In the presence of the teacher, present agreed learning tasks in a clear and stimulating manner to help maintain pupils’ interest and motivation; to work with pupils individually and collectively by contributing to decisions about the most appropriate learning goals and strategies.
  Outside the classroom, to work with groups of pupils. The number of pupils included will reflect the nature of the task, the pupils concerned, the location involved and the length of time to be supervised.  At all times a named teacher will have ultimate responsibility and be available to be called to give support and take appropriate decisions
  To provide information that supports the preparation and review of Individual Education Plans and to action appropriate tasks from IEPs.
  To use a range of supporting techniques, including computers and other resources, and consider in consultation with the teacher when and how to deploy them.
  To produce and maintain classroom resources, displays and classroom layout in consultation with the teacher.
  To help train pupils in the individual and collaborative study skills necessary for learning.
  To work alongside other adults, including teachers, trainee teachers, and other support staff.
  To supervise pupils during breaks and/or lunchtimes if required.
  To maintain confidentiality at all  times with regard to both supported pupils and the wider school.
  To take part in in-service training, relevant performance management arrangements and other meetings, as directed in normal contracted working hours; to be conversant with school policies and procedures.
  Carry out routine clerical tasks e.g. collecting trip money, distributing letters and producing class lists.
  Other appropriate duties relevant to the purpose of the post and within the grading and competency of the post holder, as reasonably required by the teacher/head teacher.

Training:

Off-the-job training at Newham College's apprenticeship training centre.

Training Outcome:

Good opportunity to develop within the school for the right candidate.

Employer Description:
Scott Wilkie Primary School is a top performing primary school situated in Custom House. The school is a founding member of the ‘Agate Momentum Trust’. The Trust aspires to provide its pupils with a world class education. Senior leaders have researched and implemented the latest most effective practices from around the UK and across the globe in order to provide the children in the Trust with a broad, balanced and ambitious curriculum that puts the child at the heart of their curriculum and learning. Scott Wilkie serves the needs of its diverse and rich community by providing a continuously improving and outward looking school. Families in Custom House, east London deserve the best start to their education so they go on to become great learners and citizens of the future.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, term time only. 32.5 hours excluding 15 minutes break and 30 minutes lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness