1:1 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Key responsibilities:

Improve the learning and attainment of students while also promoting their independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.  Supervise classroom activities and play Support and lead on SEN  interventions and 1:1 support Support students so that they can; access the curriculum, participate in learning and experience a sense of achievement Be a compassionate, warm and friendly face to children and parents

Training:
As part of our continued commitment to professional development, this role also offers the opportunity for anybody who does not currently hold a Teaching Assistant qualification to complete their level 3 ‘Initial Teaching Assistant Training’ Your Trainer will meet with you in the workplace or online every 2-4 weeks In between these meetings, you will have dedicated time away from your job to work on the apprenticeship and collate evidence for your apprenticeship e-portfolio with ongoing support from your Manager and Trainer

Training Outcome:
Due to operational requirements, apprentices cannot be guaranteed a permanent job or higher-level apprenticeship on completion of their apprenticeship Where a suitable permanent job or an advanced level apprenticeship opportunity becomes available in their training school or other trust schools, apprentices are strongly encouraged to apply for it and, subject to satisfactory completion of their apprenticeship and suitable qualifications/experience, will be guaranteed an interview

Employer Description:

Who is Lift Schools? Lift Schools is made up of 59 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential. Our mission: 1. We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. 2. With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. 3. We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 38.4 weeks per year. Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Willing to learn,Ability to self-evaluate