Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Level 5

Duties will include:

Excellent communication and enthusiasm will be key in supporting all pupils to progress, achieve and overcome any obstacles You will support all areas of the curriculum including English, mathematics and Computing within the classroom You will also accompany teaching staff and pupils on trips and other out-of-school activities You will act as a role model for pupils and be a positive influence on their behaviour and performance at school

You will be required to assist with:

Supervising and supporting pupils with special educational needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning Encourage pupils to act as independently as appropriate Support with toileting/changing Prepare the classroom for learning, and clear away afterwards Support in managing pupil behaviour, reporting any difficulties Support pupils to understand instructions and follow routines Support pupils in respect of school curriculum, e.g. Literacy, Numeracy, and Early Years, as directed by the teacher Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including at lunchtimes Carrying out small group and 1:1 interventions Create recourses Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and other out-of-school activities Compliance with all necessary policies and procedures relating to child protection, equality and diversity, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person

The post holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description.

The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.

Training:

On successful completion of your apprenticeship you will achieve the nationally recognised Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 5, as well as valuable work experience, which will provide you with the best chance possible of being offered a full-time Teaching Assistant position.

Training will be given and qualifications gained to include:

Introduction to Safeguarding, confidentiality expectations and     essential academy and Trust Policies and Procedures School daily routines Read Write Inc. Phonics training Emotion Coaching and relational approaches in education

Training Outcome:
On successful completion of your apprenticeship you will achieve the nationally recognised Specialist Teaching Assistant qualification, as well as valuable work experience, which will provide you with the best chance possible of being offered a full-time Teaching Assistant position

Employer Description:
Our Vision is to work together to help every child develop into a high achieving, confident, healthy, caring and resilient members of their family and community; creating a pathway to support their career aspirations, independence and contribution to society. Every member of our team is expected to demonstrate the ability to: • Develop positive relationships with all children and adults • Recognise and manage their own emotions, thoughts and behaviours and understand how these can impact others • Be curious around the reasons behind others’ behaviours, accepting all feelings and beliefs • Understand others’ emotions and thoughts and feel a natural desire to support • Have the courage to reflect, make changes and be keen to learn

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 15:30

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Ability to follow instructions,Ability to work under pressure,Ability to prioritise work,Professional approach to work