Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Duties will vary however can include:

Organising group activities You'll need to the ability to work closely with parents and staff members You will also need good literacy and numeracy skills, as well as creative ideas for activities

You will also be expected to work towards the following:

Setting out the activity rooms Assisting and supporting with reading and writing skills Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks Helping staff to plan learning activities and complete records Looking after children who are upset or have had accidents Supporting staff with interventions Carrying out lunch time duties and lunch time club Supporting breakfast club activities Clearing away materials and equipment after sessions Taking part in training CPD sessions Provide learning opportunities and maintain high standards of quality care and educational provision To be a role model at all times to children, families, fellow teaching assistants, students and those from the local community  End of day duties you need to ensure final standards within your area. Ensure preparation, care, cleanliness and maintenance of your work areas and equipment Constantly ensure the general standards of your area are high and good practice As part of your job role, you will be providing one to one support to children with additional needs

Training:

Teaching Assistant Level 3.

You will attend Bishop Auckland College one day a week. Four days a week in your workplace setting. 

Training Outcome:

To be discussed at interview. 

Employer Description:
Bishop Barrington Academy provides education to children from year 7 – 11, Bishop Barrington is part of the Advanced Learning Partnership At Bishop Barrington Academy, you will find a school which is built on four solid foundations, rooted in the school community. These foundations are our ‘RISE values’: RESPECT, INSPIRATION, RESILIENCE and EXCELLENCE. These values permeate through all aspects of our school: inspiring every child to be a confident, hard-working and resourceful learner, ready to succeed in a demanding and dynamic world.

Working Hours :
Monday, Thursday and Friday 8:00am - 3.45pm Tuesday College Day Wednesday 8am - 4pm

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience