Apprentice Teaching Assistant (KS2)

Support to Pupils:

Assist children in matters of personal needs and their general health Arrange medical/dental visits as appropriate Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety, by complying with good H&S practice Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher

Support to Teacher:

Prepare classroom as directed for lessons, clear afterwards and assist with and maintain displays of pupils’ work, notice boards, shelving systems etc. Undertake routine administrative tasks, e.g. pupil record keeping as requested Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate

Support to Curriculum:

Support pupils to understand instructions in relation to curriculum subject e.g. KS1 Literacy Prepare and maintain general equipment/resources as directed by the teacher Attend training sessions as required for CPD purposes and to ensure appropriate skill level is obtained to undertake role, e.g. behaviour management strategies parents on general pupil matters Support to School (this list is not exhaustive and should reflect the ethos of the school) Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons you are responsible for or come into contact with Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person Ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school Attend relevant meetings as required

Training:
Training will be delivered through a blend of workplace learning, online study, and dedicated tutor support from Total People The programme is designed to ensure the apprentice gains practical experience alongside high‑quality theoretical learning that aligns with industry standards

Training Outcome:
This apprenticeship would be an excellent first step into any career working in education Upon completion of the apprenticeship, individuals can move into other school-based positions having experienced working in a vibrant school

Employer Description:

Tower View Primary School is a wonderful school in Winshill, Burton Upon Trent. We are set within amazing grounds which include fields, forests, orchards and a view of the Tower for which we are named. We run Forest School, organise play following OPAL (outdoor play and learning) and are developing our curriculum to ensure our children achieve the best possible outcomes alongside being well-round humans for the future. Our motto is: Courage to try, heart to care and commitment to succeed.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Motivation,Resilience