Learning Support Assistant Apprentice

Specifically, Learning Support Assistants will:
● Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model, promoting challenge and active participation in learning
● Be committed to supporting all students with social and emotional issues to restore participation and learning
● Promote independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance and collaborative work
● Develop specialist knowledge of both the curriculum and students’ bespoke needs to work with teaching staff and ensure maximum progress
● Record progress and achievement in lessons and provide evidence of level of progress and attainment that can be shared with all stakeholders
● Work within an established behaviour policy to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self control and independence
● Be committed to continuous professional development and contribute knowledge and expertise in departmental and whole school training
● Be confident to develop, monitor and contribute to learning passports ensuring effective dissemination.
● Deliver out of school learning activities within guidelines established by the school
● Have a high level of literacy and numeracy and show confidence in support of school strategies that address underperformance e.g. bridging the gap for students not considered secondary ready

Training:

On the job training working as part of the education support team at Burnside College with one day a week release for theoretical study and assignment work through North Tyneside Council.

Training Outcome:

Supportive school environment and opportunity to gain qualifications and experience.

Employer Description:

Burnside College is a good school with an outstanding sixth form provision. We put teaching and learning fi rst and are committed to providing a high quality and inclusive learning experience. We are determined to make a diff erence for the young people in our community and our core values of pride, respect and achievement are at the heart of everything that we do. At Burnside College, we value our staff and are committed to providing ongoing professional development in a supportive environment.

Working Hours :
37 hours: Monday to Friday 8am-4pm (Friday 3.30pm) with a 30 minute lunch break. This includes training you are required to attend. This is a 193 day contract and the full time equivalent salary shown above will be adjusted to reflect this.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness,Organise and motivate students,Relate well to children/adults,Responsible attitude