Apprentice Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Byron Primary School

Support students’ learning and development under the direction of teaching or other appropriate staff by supervising and ensuring their safety and access to learning, attending to personal needs, and promoting physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development Collaborate with the teacher to use strategies that support students in achieving their learning goals Provide accurate and constructive feedback to students, under the guidance of the teacher Set challenging expectations while promoting self-esteem and encouraging students to act independently Facilitate interaction with others and support engagement in activities led by the teacher or other professionals Promote, support, and facilitate the inclusion, acceptance, and integration of all students Assist with the supervision of groups and individual students as required, both during lessons and in communal areas such as corridors and playgrounds, as well as outside of lesson times, including before and after school and during lunchtimes, attending to students’ personal needs as necessary Track and monitor student progress, providing detailed and regular feedback to teachers and the SENDCO to support the planning, evaluation, and ongoing monitoring of the learning process for individual students and groups, addressing achievements, progress, and any challenges Participate in the planning cycle and development of assessments based on student needs and contribute to effective assessment by undertaking student record-keeping as requested Administer routine assessments, routine tests, and undertake the marking of students’ work under the guidance of the teacher Maintain a stimulating, safe, and purposeful learning environment by preparing, maintaining, and using relevant learning resources, assisting with the display of students’ work, and promoting positive values, attitudes, and behaviour Establish constructive and positive relationships with students, acting as a role model and responding appropriately to individual needs, while building effective relationships with parents/carers, external agencies, and other professionals under the general direction of the class teacher Liaise effectively with class teachers to communicate with parents/carers and other professionals, gathering and reporting information as directed To administer first aid, as appropriate – training will be arranged Assist in the development and implementation of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs), Individual Behaviour Plans (IBPs), and/or Personal Care Programmes Monitor and respond to changes in students’ behaviour, identifying and sharing any unexpected changes with the relevant and appropriate staff, while consistently using effective behaviour School staff may be required to support students with intimate care/hygiene Promote the safeguarding and welfare of all students within the school in line with statutory safeguarding guidance, reporting any concerns to the Senior Leadership Team or Designated Safeguarding Lead Be aware of and comply with relevant statutory guidance, school/Trust policies and procedures related to safeguarding, child protection, health, safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection Participate in visits, trips, and out-of-school activities, such as outings, social activities, and sporting events Provide administrative support for the teacher/department Attend meetings and perform duties as required according to the school calendar

Training:
You will be working towards the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard (Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours) As a work-based training provider, Aire Vocational Training will provide an exciting individually designed training programme to meet your needs and those of your employer, combining theory with hands-on practical experience to ensure you develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours that are relevant to your role Our programme has a particular focus on understanding local SEND provision You will be supported with maths and English at level 2 (if not already achieved)

You will be supported with and prepared for the final Apprenticeship Assessment by Highfield Assessment (EPAO)which will comprise of:

Practical Observation, followed by Question-and-Answer session Professional discussion supported by a portfolio of evidence You will be allocated 'Off the Job' Training hours per week (Minimum of 7.5 hours) to complete the Teaching Assistant Standard Time will be given in your working week in the school setting

Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme, you may have the opportunity to apply for a permanent position within the academy

Employer Description:

At Byron Primary School we believe that every child deserves the best possible education and we have the highest expectation for every child who attends our school. Our aim is for them to reach their full potential by giving them the education that they need today and setting them up with every chance to succeed tomorrow.

Our mission is to encourage all children to be aspirational, to strive for excellence, whilst celebrating their uniqueness. 

We are committed to working alongside our community to provide a safe, sustainable learning environment where all children succeed.  

We are focused on using our expansive school grounds sustainably, providing an environment where students engage in outdoor learning, explore nature, and participate in ecological projects that educate them to care for the world around them, now and in the future. 

We are a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive school where we pride ourselves in providing a nurturing, ambitious experience for all. 

Byron is more than a school– we are a thriving community school at the heart of the city of Bradford. 

Through our well thought out curriculum, we strive to make learning engaging, providing as many ‘real-life’ learning experiences as possible – making learning exciting, interesting and purposeful. Reading is the foundation of our curriculum, and we positively promote reading for pleasure as an essential, life-enhancing skill, asking our families to support us with this at home. 

We want all children to become confident and independent learners with enquiring minds. At Byron Primary, learning does not stop at the end of the school day, our children are encouraged to extend their interests through the wide range of extracurricular clubs and activities we offer, we truly believe that learning goes beyond the curriculum!  

We believe that children should be encouraged to develop positive values towards themselves, each other, and the wider community of which they are part. We work together to create a school where positive behaviour is the norm, and all are treated with respect, understanding and sensitivity. 

We are exceptionally proud to serve our local community and pride ourselves on the home-school relationships we create. 

Working Hours :
Monday- Friday. Term Time only Start/end times to be agreed but within the school working day.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness