Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Support for pupils

Support pupils learning activities including additional learning needs and development. Help with care and support of pupils. Contribute to the health and well being of pupils. Establish and maintain relationships with individual pupils and groups. Support and lead one to one and group pupil learning activities by promoting independent learning as well as developing their cognitive learning skills. Skills, qualifications or expertise in assisting SEN pupils is essential.

Support for the teacher

Feedback on progress of pupils to assist teachers in maintaining their records. Contribute to the management of pupil behaviour. Contribute to and plan learning activities in consultation with the teacher and Senco and linked to pupil EHCPs/IEPs. Assist in preparing and maintaining the learning environment. Assist in the arrival and departure of pupils to school and lessons and transfer around the school Assist in the preparation and layout of materials, equipment and resources in classrooms and teaching spaces Assist pupil access to the curriculum by differentiating instructions and resources Help pupils to select equipment and materials relevant to their learning tasks and to use these safely and correctly Support the maintenance of pupil records by providing information to the teacher and recording, in accordance with school and departmental policy, the work of pupils Provide praise and encouragement to pupils to recognise and promote positive pupil behaviour in accordance with school discipline and behaviour policies

Support for the school

attend meetings, including meetings of the school where appropriate help teachers, therapists and other professionals with assessments, tests and examinations share information and expertise, which could benefit other team members in their work provide information to support pupil progress including information for pupil records, reports, Individual Education Plans and annual reviews actively encourage the development of positive relationships and promote confidence about the care and education of their children during contact and communications with parents, passing on any information given by parents to the appropriate staff member within the school promptly report any difficulties in communicating with parents and carers to the class teacher

Support for the curriculum

support the curriculum plans and learning programs designed by the teacher and obtain and use designated equipment and materials appropriate to the learning objectives and pupils’ development needs help pupils with the use of IT and appropriate curriculum software obtain accurate and up-to-date information on pupils’ achievement, development and specific needs as appropriate
monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and promptly inform the teacher when a pupil is experiencing difficulties that cannot be resolved respond to pupils’ use of home language and local accents and dialects in a manner which values cultural diversity and reinforces positive self-image provide an appropriate level of assistance to enable pupils to experience a sense of achievement, maintain self esteem and self-confidence and encourage self help skills

Training:

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship level 3

20% off the job training 

Tutor support via online platform

Training Outcome:

Possible full time role considered after completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:
Oasis Academy Pinewood is a primary school and Nursery situated in Thistledene Avenue, Collier Row, Romford. We are an inclusive academy for children aged between 3 and 11, committed to delivering first class-education and playing an active role in the local community.

Working Hours :
Monday-Friday / Term time only Hours: 8.40am – 3.10pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience