Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Key responsibilities:

Support the delivery of engaging, play-based learning activities Work closely with the class teacher to support children’s development and progress Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for all children Support children with additional needs, including SEN where required Encourage curiosity, independence, and a love of outdoor learning Assist with observations and contribute to children’s learning journeys

What we’re looking for:

Early Years experience (essential) SEN experience (advantageous) A positive, proactive, and caring attitude A genuine enthusiasm for outdoor play and forest school approaches Join us in creating a vibrant, supportive environment where every child can thrive

Training:
As part of our continued commitment to professional development, this role also offers the opportunity for anybody who does not currently hold a Teaching Assistant qualification to complete their level 3 ‘Initial Teaching Assistant Training’ Your Trainer will meet with you in the workplace or online every 2-4 weeks In between these meetings, you will have dedicated time away from your job to work on the apprenticeship and collate evidence for your apprenticeship e-portfolio with ongoing support from your Manager and Trainer

Training Outcome:
Due to operational requirements, apprentices cannot be guaranteed a permanent job or higher-level apprenticeship on completion of their apprenticeship Where a suitable permanent job or an advanced level apprenticeship opportunity becomes available in their training school or other trust schools, apprentices are strongly encouraged to apply for it and, subject to satisfactory completion of their apprenticeship and suitable qualifications/experience, will be guaranteed an interview

Employer Description:
Who is Lift Schools? Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential. Our mission: 1. We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. 2. With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. 3. We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 38.4 weeks per year. Times to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Willing to learn,Ability to self-evaluate