Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Oakmere Primary School

Provide teaching support in small groups and, where necessary, be assigned to individual pupils in order to aid the teacher Liaise with the teacher to understand the objectives of each session Assist the teacher with observations and monitoring of the progress of children, both educationally and socially Keep up-to-date written records for supporting pupils Promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem, and improve independent work with children to assist their education and growth Depending on school, there may be a specific focus on certain curriculum areas It is an interesting, varied position that gives you the valuable opportunities of gaining experience in a professional setting working with young people and colleagues You will find out about the teaching paths that are available, and the hope is that this apprenticeship will lead you onto you next step on the career ladder

Teaching Assistants may also undertake some or all of the following:

Work with individual pupils with special educational needs Work with pupils for whom English is not their first language Assist in the development of individual development plans for pupils (such as Individual educational plans) Support the work of volunteers and other teaching assistants in the classroom Support the use of ICT in the curriculum Invigilate exams and tests Assist in escorting and supervising pupils on educational visits and out-of-school activities Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas, ensuring they are available for use, including developing and presenting displays Support pupils in developing and implementing their own personal social and development Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence Monitor and manage stock and supplies for the classroom

Training:

Training Topics include:

Understanding how children learn and develop Using technology to support learning Working with teachers to understand and support assessment Keeping children safe in education Planning and leading high-quality physical activity Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and End Point Assessment, a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship qualification will be achieved

Training Outcome:
Higher education pathway Teaching assistant within a school setting Pathway into teaching Working in a sector that involves initiative, leadership, communication, developing positive relationships Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work

Employer Description:

I am immensely proud and privileged to be the Headteacher of Oakmere Primary School. We are a friendly and inclusive school. Everything we do rests on the strong foundation of our school values of teamwork, respect, kindness, responsibility, resilience and ambition and this underpins everything we do at Oakmere Primary School. We are extremely lucky to be set on spacious and green grounds that makes learning so much more enjoyable. Visitors comment positively on the size, space and stimulating environment we offer.

We believe that a child’s education is a partnership between home and school and as such, we want to work closely with parents to create a learning environment where your child feels safe, happy, well-motivated and healthy. We work hard to help all children grow and flourish as confident individuals with high personal aspirations and a lifelong love of learning. We celebrate diversity and teach children to recognise and respect individual differences as well as similarities.

Our staff work tirelessly to ensure that each and every child is encouraged and challenged, make excellent progress and achieve their full potential. We offer a knowledge-rich curriculum driven by high-quality teaching within a calm and nurturing learning environment. Our children are kind, respectful and an absolute pleasure to teach.

 

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday. Exact hours to be confirmed.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative