Apprentice Teaching Assistant - St Benedict's C of E VA Junior School

Assist in the provision of a warm caring environment for children and their families, accessible to all Integrate children and parents with disabilities, sensitively and positively, into the setting, promoting participation in a range of quality activities Liaise with parents / carers to highlight the needs of their children and share developmental information on a regular basis with other professionals Daily supervision and care of a number of children including taking care of children’s personal needs and encouraging self-help and social skills Assist in ensuring the maintenance of adequate standards of cleanliness and hygiene for children attending the setting Have an overall knowledge of and provide a service which values and respects the race, religion, language, culture and needs of all the children and families using the provision To be aware and work within the health and safety framework, policies, procedures, guidelines and legislation to include fire drills To provide flexibility in covering and care at short notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances The opportunity for more hours, paid at TA rate, if candidates wish to do the school's wraparound club

Training:
L3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 10% of your working hours each week will be spent training or studying

Training Outcome:

Fully qualified and will be able to apply for a permanent role if available.

Employer Description:
Situated in the heart of Glastonbury, we are a school dedicated to educating the whole child, with a broad and balanced skills - based curriculum at the core of what we do. With strong links to the community and a focus on local learning and the development of social and personal skills as well as academic achievement, we aim to prepare our pupils for the next stage of their life and schooling.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 3.15pm. Term time only.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Hardworking,Punctuality,Time management,Keep on top of college work,Dedication to the role,Friendly, kind and caring,Ability to follow instructions,Ability to maintain records