Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Support for Pupils, Teachers and the Curriculum

Work in partnership with teachers and other professional agencies to provide effective support with learning activities Awareness of and work within school policies and procedures Support pupils to understand instructions Implement and contribute to planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to pupils’ responses as appropriate Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress Support the teacher in behaviour management and keeping pupils on task based on the expectations for individual pupils Under the guidance of a teacher monitor, assess and record pupil progress/activities Provide feedback to pupils in relation to attainment and progress under the guidance of the teacher Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher and in line with health and safety requirements Support pupils in their social development and their emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate Support pupils with SEND needs as appropriate Share information about pupils with other staff, parents / carers, internal and external agencies, as appropriate and in line with school policies and procedures Contribute to pupils plans and reports Support the work of volunteers and other teaching assistants in the classroom Support the use of ICT in the curriculum Work with pupils not working to the normal timetable using Teacher’s planning Undertake pupil record keeping and maintenance of records as requested Invigilate examinations and tests Provide cover to supervise a class and/or small group on an unexpected non-timetabled basis only Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out of school activities Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes, but not as a supervisory assistant Maintain a clean, safe and tidy learning environment Support children’s learning through play and planned learning activities Support pupils in developing and implementing their own personal and social development May be asked to administer medications subject to agreement and in line with school policy Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence Provide basic first aid, if appropriate, ensuring timely referral to the health service in emergency situations Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom.

 Support for the School

Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to safeguarding/child protection, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person Show a duty of care to pupils and staff and take appropriate action to comply with health and safety requirements at all times Be aware of and support difference and ensure that all pupils have access to opportunities to learn and develop Contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school Maintain good relationships with colleagues and work together as a team Appreciate and support the role of other professionals Participate in training and other learning activities as required Demonstrate and promote commitment to equal opportunities and to the elimination of behaviour and practices that could be discriminatory

Training:
Advanced Apprenticeship Teaching Assistant (Standard) - NCFE Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning L3 Apprentices will attend Bishop Auckland College one day per week Full, on the job training to be delivered by the employer

Training Outcome:
To be discussed at interview Further progression may well be available in other areas within our sector, upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

 

Employer Description:
Primary School offering education from Early Years Foundation stage to Year 6 Juniors.

Working Hours :
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm. Thursday 9.00am - 4.45pm (college) with 30 minutes for lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience