Teaching Assistant Apprentice

To complement, appreciate and support the role of teachers and other professionals by undertaking work/care/support programmes which enables access to learning in the community as part of a teacher-planned approach To support the class teacher and other senior staff on a range of teaching and learning experiences which deliver an appropriately differentiated and suitably challenging creative curriculum for all pupils whilst meeting statutory requirements Work within school policies and procedures under the direction and guidance of senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision May from time to time be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in this job description

Effort Demands:

Will assist in maintaining the good discipline of pupils throughout school and be expected to use good common sense, as well as use initiative in all matters relating to the conduct and behaviour of individual pupils, groups of pupils and whole classes, the safety, mobility (if required), hygiene and well being of the pupils; making decisions within established working practices and procedures Will recognise and challenge any incidents of racism, bullying, harassment, victimisation and any form of abuse of equal opportunities, ensuring compliance with the relevant school policy and procedures Will deal with any issues, immediate problems or emergencies that arise in line with school policies and procedures, liaising with colleagues where necessary e.g. dealing with a sick, injured or distressed child Acting as a role model, will establish productive and constructive working relationships with pupils, setting high expectations, motivating and interacting with them, being aware of their individual needs, supporting difference and ensuring all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop whilst responding appropriately Will have the ability to cope with the requirements of the post, which may include working with pupils who have emotional/behavioural/physical difficulties Will contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school Will appreciate and support the role of other professionals Be vigilant and sensitive to any child protection/safeguarding concerns that arise, reporting any concerns to the designated officer in line with school policy and procedure

Training:
All learning will take place in school No weekly day in college All work will be set via our CRM system, Aptem Skills Coach will visit school every 4-6 weeks

Training Outcome:
Potential full-time permanent position 

Employer Description:
Cavendish Primary is part of Exceed Academies Trust, which currently consists of fourteen academies; ten primary schools, an all-through primary-to-secondary academy, two alternative provision academies (Primary and Secondary), and a specialist setting for children/young people who suffer from social, emotional and mental health difficulties. The Trust has an excellent reputation within Bradford and beyond, and an outstanding track record of supporting staff in developing their careers through specialist training lead by the Exceed Teaching School Hub and our Outstanding SCITT.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, term time only. Times to be confirmed. 35 hours a week.

Skills:
Attention to detail,Administrative skills,Team working,Supportive,Positive Attitude