Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Attend to the pupils’ personal needs, and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher Encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate Support pupils in accessing learning activities as directed by the teacher Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupils’ work Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed Undertake pupil record keeping as requested and other basic record keeping Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate Gather/report information from/to parents/carers as directed Provide clerical/administrative support e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, etc. Ensure the maintenance of a clean and orderly working environment Timely and accurate preparation of routine equipment/resources/materials as set out in instructions Assist the teacher with learning activities ensuring health and safety and good behaviour of pupil Support pupils to understand instruction Support pupils in respect of local and national learning strategies, e.g. literacy, numeracy, early years, as directed by the teacher Support pupils in using basic ICT as directed Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use Monitor and arrange orderly and secure storage of supplies Operation of everyday equipment in accordance with instructions Maintenance of everyday equipment, check for quality/safety 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 Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop Contribute to overall ethos/work/aims of the school Appreciate and support the role of other professionals Attend relevant meetings and participate as required Participate in development and other learning activities and performance development opportunities as required Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes, e.g. clubs, extra curriculum activities Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required

Training:

Delivery to be completed on-site and 6 hours per week off the job training either at Barnsley College or your place of work. Student to complete an Advanced Technical Certificate as a Teaching Assistant Level 3. Functional Skills in maths and English, if required. 

Training Outcome:

Possible progression opportunities. 

Employer Description:

We are a community of 33 individual, unique, highly effective schools, all united in one aim – to make a difference. We deliver change and improve lives for children and young people, and communities across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire. We believe in social equity, and work to ensure that every young person in our care, regardless of their background or challenges, has access to high quality education.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday - Hours between 8am - 4pm (TBC) Term Time Only

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience