Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Purpose of Role:

To work with children as part of a team under the overall direction of the Headteacher who will be responsible for the policy and educational programme and for matters of control and discipline within the National Curriculum Framework To foster the participation of pupils in the social and academic processes of the school by recognising individual pupils’ needs and identifying and implementing appropriate responses Working independently in accordance within guidelines, to encourage pupils to become more independent learners and help to raise the standard of achievement and attainment for all pupils To develop, plan, deliver and review learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils in accordance with best practice and national guidelines

Key Duties:

Through effective learning strategies, support all pupils to participate in learning activities. This will involve being aware of pupils’ needs, using appropriate equipment and materials and modifying resources as necessary to support pupils to participate and progress Contribute to the planning and evaluation of teaching and learning activities by being clear of own role in delivery, sharing realistic ideas, offering constructive suggestions and giving feedback where appropriate

Support for the Pupil:

Support learning activities for all pupils, being aware of stages of development, individual needs and giving positive encouragement and feedback to ensure pupils are reaching their full potential. The learning activities may be for individual pupils, groups of pupils, or the whole class and may be delivered in the absence of the teacher Give care and support for pupils by providing a safe and secure environment, responding to accidents, emergencies and following procedures where appropriate

Support for the Teacher:

To assist with writing and monitoring pupil plans reviewing and implementing interventions enabling pupils to understand and meet their targets Support with the delivery of learning activities in the absence of the teacher, e.g. when providing cover supervision or working with pupils outside of the classroom Contribute to maintaining accurate pupil records, following relevant procedure and ensuring confidentiality at all times

Training:
Teaching Assistant level 3  Tutor support via online platform  20% off the job training 

Training Outcome:

Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship. 

Higher level TA qualification available. 

Employer Description:
L.E.A.D. Academy Trust is a multi-academy trust comprising primary and secondary academies across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicester, Lincoln and Sheffield.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday (term time only) Daily hours to be confirmed 37.5 hours per week total

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental