Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice

To promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young persons that you are responsible for or come into contact with Attend to the personal needs of pupils including the implementation of personal learning programmes that may include social, health, physical, hygiene and welfare objectives Supervise and support children in their safety and access to learning Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and responding to the needs of each individual child To actively promote inclusive practice within the classroom setting to ensure acceptance of all children Encourage children to play and interact with one another Encourage children to engage in, and participate in learning activities lead by the class teacher To have challenging expectations that encourages children to act independently and build self-esteem Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the class teacher Create and maintain a stimulating, safe and purposeful learning environment in line with lesson planning as provided by the class teacher Assist the class teacher with the planning of learning activities.
As directed by the class teacher, prepare the classroom prior to a lesson, clear up after a lesson and assist with the display of pupils' work Report to the classroom teacher, as agreed, on pupil problems, progress and achievements Support the teacher in the management of pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate Gather information from parents and carers as directed by the class teacher Establish constructive relationships with parents and carers. Undertake the routine marking of pupils’ work Administer routine tests and invigilate exams Provide the classroom teacher with clerical and admin support, particularly, undertaking bulk photocopying, word processing, filing  and collecting money Support with planning, preparation and delivery of activities for small groups of young people under the direction of teacher Undertake structured and agreed teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to pupil responses and needs Support pupils to understand instructions Support pupil learning with respect to all local and national learning strategies Support pupils in their use of ICT as directed by the class teacher Prepare and maintain equipment and resources required to meet learning activities and assist pupils in their use Comply with all school policies relating to health and safety, equal opportunities, child protection, safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection Contribute and uphold the overall ethos, work, aims and values of the school Participate in training and development, and activities that contribute to the management of performance Assist with the management of pupils outside the classroom e.g. lunch times and outside the school e.g. school trips as directed by the class teacher and member of the school’s management To undertake other duties and responsibilities as required commensurate with the grade of the post A willingness to work across the school as directed by senior management to support the needs and best interest of the pupils

Full job description available on request.

Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard All training will take place in the workplace

Training Outcome:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, for the right candidate, there is the possibility of a full-time position.

Employer Description:
We are a special school in West Northumberland for pupils aged from 2 to 19 years with severe, profound and multiple learning disabilities including Autism. The school is part of the northern hub of the Eden Academy Trust, a family of special schools who work together under one Multi Academy Trust. I know that choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you may make. Hexham Priory School is a vibrant, caring and purposeful environment in which all our pupils thrive. Staff and pupils are proud of our school, and work together to provide a friendly and caring environment in which pupils feel valued and secure. Our expert staff and facilities are designed to meet the individual needs of our pupils, in a bespoke way, ensuring that all our children and young people achieve their very best. Our staff work together with parents, carers and others to make sure the curriculum is personalised to maximise each pupil’s potential. Speech and Language Therapists, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Health professionals all work with Teachers and Teaching Assistants to support pupils’ individual development.

Working Hours :
8.30am - 4.00pm, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. 8.30am - 4.30pm, Wednesday. 8.30am - 3.30pm, Friday.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience