Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at St Michael’s Academy, Yeovil

Main responsibilities and tasks

Within a framework of supervision, to deliver agreed learning activities/teaching programmes to individuals or groups of pupils, or to the whole class. To support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use. To prepare and maintain appropriate learning aids, materials and equipment and assist the pupils in their use. To make or adapt resources (e.g. worksheets or sight cards) to enable the pupil(s) to access the learning activity at their appropriate level of understanding. As required, to prepare the classroom for lessons, ensuring that resources are available and cleared away at the end of the lesson as appropriate. To work on classroom displays following consultation with the teacher. To monitor and evaluate pupils’ responses to learning activities and progress towards targets, record achievement and feedback to the teacher and/or other professionals as required. This may include assistance with the development and implementation of SEN Learning Plans and other programmes as appropriate. To administer and mark tests and basic homework as required by the class teacher. To maintain an awareness of pupil problems and report these to the class teacher as required. To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.

Training Outcome:

Depending on the school budget and need for Teaching Assistants to be recruited at the end of apprenticeships will depend on whether the apprentice is considered to be employed by the school after they have completed their apprenticeship.

 

 

Employer Description:
We are extremely proud of our caring and supportive school community where we celebrate and develop the wide and varied skills and interests of our children through a broad and balanced curriculum. We value each child’s potential whether that be academic, creative, sporting or social.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, term time only.

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