Teaching Assistant Apprentice at St John’s Church of England Primary School

The key accountability is for ensuring that individual pupils and/or small groups, under the direction and supervision of a class teacher, make sustained and, when needed rapid, progress in all aspects of their learning at school on a lesson by lesson basis and over time.

Teaching Assistants will provide support to enable class teachers to generate pace and rigour in lessons and support a robust approach to assessment as a crucial part of the continuous learning platform needed to progress.  

Professional Responsibilities:

Implement structured learning activities/teaching programmes and support pupils in accessing learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher Provide feedback to pupils in relation to their progress and achievement in order for pupils to reach their next steps Assist with classroom activities safely ensuring that the physical learning space and the resources in it are conducive to pupil learning Be able to use a range of strategies to deal with classroom behaviour and understand individual behavioural needs to ensure pupils’ learning needs are met Be familiar with, and comply with a full range of policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety, security and confidentiality reporting all concerns to an appropriate person to ensure pupils’ wellbeing Provide clerical/admin support and undertake basic recording keeping in respect of pupil learning, behaviour management, and child protection as directed Monitor and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies against pre-determined learning objectives, providing feedback and reports to teachers in order to provide evidence of the range and level of progress and attainment Contribute to the overall work/aims of the school and, in liaison with the teacher, establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals, in order to support the achievement and progress of pupils Undertake training and other learning activities and attend relevant meetings (within contracted hours) as required to ensure own continuing professional development. Support the Christian ethos of the school

Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard: Preparation for End Point Assessment Work-based and tutor-supported online training https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0454-v1-1 English and maths functional skills at level 2 if required

Training Outcome:
Potential for permanent employment on Kent Scheme of Pay

Employer Description:

Our school is an inclusive community where everyone is valued, respected and challenged to achieve their full potential.

At St John's we want every day to be a learning opportunity. We aim to keep well-being at the centre of all we do and we want all children, parents and staff to feel happy and safe.

We are building a community that reflects the Church of England's Vision for Education:

Educating for wisdom, knowledge and skills Educating for hope and aspiration Educating for community and living well together Educating for dignity and respect

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 3.30pm (with a 30 min unpaid lunch break) term time only

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Creative,Non judgemental,Patience,Flexibility and Trust,Professional conduct,Confidentiality,Being respectful,Communicate with teachers,Engage professionally,Work well within the team,Understand children’s needs,Observation Skills