Teaching Assistant SEND Apprenticeship - Clifford Bridge Academy

Supervise and support the teaching activities of individuals or groups of children to ensure their safety and promote their physical and emotional development. Use appropriate skills to carry out activities that meet the physical and emotional needs of individual children and groups, including those with special educational, physical, or emotional needs. Monitor individual pupils’ progress, achievements, and development needs, reporting to the responsible teacher as appropriate. Support pre-determined educational activities and work programmes to encourage pupils’ intellectual and social development. Supervise children in the hall and on the playground during lunchtimes. Assist in organising and overseeing games and activities, particularly indoors when weather prevents outdoor play. Assist the teacher with planning learning activities, including preparing or adapting work for individuals or groups of pupils as directed. Work in liaison with the teacher to support pupils in achieving their learning goals. Build constructive relationships with pupils and provide feedback on their progress and achievements as directed. Prepare and maintain equipment and teaching resources for lessons and activities, including managing classroom stock. Supervise and manage pupil behaviour in line with school procedures, providing regular and detailed feedback where appropriate. Promote pupil independence in learning, social, and mobility skills, reinforcing self-esteem through praise, encouragement, and appropriately challenging expectations. Ensure pupils use equipment and materials safely at all times.

Training:

Apprenticeship Level: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

Delivery: All learning will be delivered online alongeside the placement at the school. 

Expected Duration: 16 months.

Training Outcome:

Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship. 

Employer Description:

We are a vibrant and happy two-form entry school, with a two-year-old provision as well as a wraparound facility. We were graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in January 2025, with three of the five areas being graded as ‘Outstanding’. The report stated, “Pupils at Clifford Bridge Academy love to learn and teachers expect the best…Pupils are a credit to the school and are excellent ambassadors. They are right to be proud of their school. Parents say that Clifford Bridge is a very special place.”

As part of the Inspire Education Trust, we work in close partnership with Arley Primary Academy, Blue Coat C of E School, Fredrick Bird Academy, Hearsall Community Academy, Stockingford Academy, Walsgrave C of E Academy and Whittle Academy. The links between the schools are both stimulating and supportive, enabling us to share best practices through collaborative working.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (exact shift time tbc), all year round.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience