Teaching Assistant Apprentice (Level 3)

To provide agreed support to the teacher in the delivery of planned whole class learning activities To work under the direct supervision of a teacher to carry out planned learning activities with individual pupils or small groups, providing feedback on their engagement in activities and their achievement of the desired learning objectives To help prepare, monitor and maintain a safe and secure learning environment in line with the teacher’s lesson plans To observe and feed back to the teacher on pupil performance and behaviour, taking action as appropriate in line with relevant school policies To support the physical, intellectual, emotional and social development of pupils, including contributing ideas and suggestions to support planning, to meet their development needs To interact with and respond positively to children, young people and adults To develop positive relationships with colleagues, providing consistent and effective support and working constructively as a member of the school staff team To support pupils to improve their numeracy and literacy skills through focussed learning activities and more generally across the curriculum To prepare and utilise ICT resources to support pupils learning To prepare and support the use of learning materials and create visual displays, in accordance with the requirements of the teacher, in order to facilitate a relevant physical learning environment To provide care and encouragement to children and young people with disabilities or special educational needs, supporting them to participate in activities and liaising, if required, with parents/carers/other professionals as appropriate To encourage participation in structured and unstructured learning activities, including play (timetabled and during breaks if required). (Primary and Special schools) To undertake midday supervision duties To support, as appropriate, in instances where pupils are unwell whilst at the school/college

Training:

Qualification:

Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard in Teaching Assistant https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/teaching-assistant-v1-1 Functional Skills Level 2 in English and maths (if required)

Delivery Method:

Optional classroom sessions at Loughborough College (term time only) Online portfolio to update with learning and development completed onsite Diarised visits from dedicated Trainer/Assessor Attendance to Loughborough College for Functional Skills (if required)

Training Outcome:

To progress into a qualified role as a Learner Support Assistant, Teaching Assistant or Cover Supervisor, contributing effectively to classroom support and student learning.

Employer Description:
Blaby Stokes Church of England Primary School is a primary school, set in spacious grounds in Blaby village. We are in the process of transitioning to a one form entry school and are starting an exciting premises refurbishment which will include a brand new Foundation area. Why Join Blaby Stokes? • Become part of a supportive, welcoming school family with a strong, positive and caring Christian ethos • Work within a growing professional learning network across Learn Academies Trust • Contribute to an environment where every child’s success matters

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 8:45am to 3:15pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience