Job Description: Nursery Assistant/Apprentice
Job Title: Nursery Assistant/Apprentice
Purpose of post:
To contribute a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in the nursery
To ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted
To give support to other team members throughout the nursery
To work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop
Key areas:
Work with and support children with their ongoing develop
Work as part of a team
Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents
Ensure safeguarding is of a high standard
Training:The successful candidate will complete a level 3 Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification.
Training will be delivered on a hybrid model with online sessions and face-to-face visits.Training Outcome:Management Roles such as deputy, assistant and manager will potentially become available for the successful candidate.Employer Description:elcome To Jack & Jills Day Nursery
Jack and Jills day nursery is a privately owned day nursery based within the outskirts of Maylands Business Park in Hemel Hempstead. We are lucky to be in a quiet location with lovely surroundings, with access to J8 of the M1 in less than 2 minutes. We benefit from an extensive garden and ample parking.
We pride ourselves as a welcoming and friendly nursery with a highly qualified staff team caring for children aged 6 weeks to 8 years.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 6pm.
No evening work or weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Job Description: Room leader.
Purpose of post: The room leader is a qualified childcare professional with the responsibility for the day to day running of their room. They perform an important role caring for children, maintaining a high quality, educational stimulating environment, supervising staff, and imparting their knowledge and skills to others. They are creative and reflective leaders able to implement new ideas and use a range of strategies to continually improve practice and support the management team.
Responsible to: Nursery Owner, Nursery Manager.
Responsible for: Team members within the room and supporting the whole staff team alongside the manager.Training:The successful candidate will complete a level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner qualification.
Training will be delivered on a hybrid model with online sessions, face to face visits.Training Outcome:Management Roles such as deputy, assistant and manager will potentially become available for the successful candidate.Employer Description:elcome To Jack & Jills Day Nursery
Jack and Jills day nursery is a privately owned day nursery based within the outskirts of Maylands Business Park in Hemel Hempstead. We are lucky to be in a quiet location with lovely surroundings, with access to J8 of the M1 in less than 2 minutes. We benefit from an extensive garden and ample parking.
We pride ourselves as a welcoming and friendly nursery with a highly qualified staff team caring for children aged 6 weeks to 8 years.Working Hours :Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am to 6pm.
No Evening work or weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School are looking forward to appointing a hardworking and dedicated 1-1 SEN Teaching Assistant Apprentice, to join their team in their journey as an outstanding school. Support and professional development are second to none. All our staff at every level benefit from high-quality professional development opportunities.Training:Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, 18 months practical with an additional 2 months End Point Assessment period. Certificate in the Principles of Special Educational Needs - Level 3 Functional Skills in maths, and English (if required).Training Outcome:Potential permanent position within the school, following a successful apprenticeship.Employer Description:Corpus Christi is a happy and caring Catholic primary school where the whole community work together to give our children the very best experiences and opportunities. Our school aims to create a Christian community, where the Gospel values are seen to be at work and where interaction is encouraged between home, school, parish and the wider international community. Offering provision for children from Nursery through to Year 6 we aim to nurture and cherish the uniqueness of every individual who enters our school as we guide and support them through their formative years.Working Hours :37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-4:00pm)Skills: Communication skills,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Team working....Read more...
An apprentice nursery assistant is required to work within this busy nursery in Shepley, Huddersfield, where you will learn about the early years practitioner standard and have the opportunity to work towards a career in childcare
You will be working alongside children aged from 0-5 years old
Duties will include:
Assist the nursery team in providing a friendly, caring, and relaxing environment in order to encourage and develop children in our care
Assist with room planning and carry out planned activities, themes, and projects
Assist in maintaining a safe, clean, and tidy base room
Communicate with parents/ guardians and other visitors in a calm, friendly, and efficient manner
Complete any additional tasks as required by the senior management team
Training:On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will achieve the following:
Level 2 Early Years Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in maths and English if required
Throughout the apprenticeship you will receive in-house training from the employer
This will ensure that you are competent in all aspects of the role
You will also have off-the-job training during the apprenticeship qualification, where you will be supported by a dedicated trainer and mentor
Training Outcome:
Good opportunity for the right candidate, with an opportunity for progression onto a higher apprenticeship
Employer Description:At Greyfell Academy we provide a stimulating environment by supporting each child individually and working alongside parents to meet needs of the children. We aim to do this by following the EYFS development guidelines providing children with a variety of learning opportunities.
We do this by tracking your child’s development on our online system and implementing challenging activities to suit your child’s needs led by qualified, skilled staff to enhance development to the next step.
Our goal is delivering high quality childcare and education.Working Hours :Monday- Friday, between the hours of 7.30am- 6.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Working within our nursery class. Ages 2 - 3
Carry out Teaching Assistant duties along with the classroom team
Supporting the Teacher
Training:
Induction training, safeguarding, H&S online training, teaching assistant training, staff CPD, SEND training, 5 inset training days.
Mentor support with an expereinced SENCO and EYFS lead.
Training Outcome:
A 2 year contract will be awarded to enable the indivdual to complete the TA Level 3 apprenticeship. The TA would be considered for other roles within the school upon completion of the course. However, this will depend on the needs of the children and budget.
Employer Description:Our philosophy of ‘Striving for the future’ is at the heart of everything we do. Providing opportunities and encouraging children to develop their skills, knowledge and a drive to succeed is central in helping them to become well-rounded and successful individuals, now and in adult life.
At Burscough Village Primary School, we provide a close-knit school community where pupils are supported to become truly independent learners. Pupils are encouraged to voice their opinions effectively, develop good mental health and are nurtured in order to become kind and understanding individuals, who value and respect uniqueness. Our fun, stimulating and challenging, high-quality learning environment provides the perfect setting for children to foster their talents and interests and develop a positive growth mindset. Together with this, our ambitious curriculum enables each member of the school community to fulfil their personal aspirations and to achieve their very best.Working Hours :Monday to Friday.
The role is Term Time only plus 5 days. The hours will be agreed with the apprentice.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Non judgemental....Read more...
To contribute to a high-quality caring environment for children. This includes creating a warm, friendly and stimulating atmosphere in which the children can develop emotionally, spiritually, socially and educationally through individual attention and group activities.
To attend team meetings and contribute ideas
To provide all aspects of care for children including washing, changing and feeding under supervision
To assist with meeting the personal and emotional needs of individual children
To provide adult interaction with children in the school
To be aware of the school’s confidentiality policy
Support staff and engage in a good staff team
To attend all out of working hours activities, e.g. training, monthly staff meetings, parent's evenings, summer fayres and Christmas party
Contribute to good standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the school
To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, as may be determined by the trainee’s supervisor from time to time
Apprentices will mostly be working in the Preschool class with children aged 2-4 years and may cover in the Mango room (under 2's)
Training:Early Years Educator Level 3.
Training will include paediatric first aid qualification.
The training will take place at home, the workplace or Twickenham Training Centre.
This will be one day a week equivalent to 6 hours a week.Training Outcome:Progression is an early year's educator full-time, teaching assistant or early years manager. Employer Description:Day nursery in Whitton aged 6 months to 4 yearsWorking Hours :8am - 4:30pm - 2 days a week, 9:15am - 6pm - 3 days a week, exact working days TBCSkills: Communication skills,IT skills....Read more...
Playworkers work in a range of play settings offering different models of play work. The purpose of our curriculum is to support playworkers to develop into positive, flexible and team-focused members of staff, and to support them to provide the best possible provision for the children in their care.Training:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:
Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager
Work as a play work development officer for a local authority
Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant
Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project
Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship
Employer Description:Aston-Mansfield’s Little Manor Play Project works with and supports children and families from the local community in several ways.
During term-time, we deliver daily Breakfast Club and After-School Club sessions for children aged 5-11. During the school holidays, we deliver a Holiday Playscheme and Youth Programme.
Our affordable wraparound care allows parents and carers to enrage in work or study and/or access respite.
All our activities are designed to facilitate social, physical, emotional and creative development through a range of play experiences delivered in a safe and supportive environment. We are passionate about improving children’s’ confidence, skills, mental-health and resilience.Working Hours :• Term time – 25hrs/week. 1pm – 6.00pm, 5 days a week.
• School holidays - 39 hrs/week. 8.30am – 6.00pm, 4 days a week. + 1hr meeting time.
Hours may be shifted t o accommodate occasional Breakfast Club coverSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Prepare classroom for lessons and assist in the display of pupils' work.
Conntribute to effective planning and preparation of lessons.
Provide constructive feedback to teacher both written and verbal.
Support teachers in evaluating pupil’s progress through a range of assessment activities.
Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning under the direction of the class teacher.
Support with behaviour management strategies in line with the school’s policies and procedures.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet the needs of all pupils.
Work within the requirements of Data Protection at all times
Understand your responsibilities in relation to Safeguarding and child protection and how to highlight an issue / concerns
Remain vigilant to ensure all students are protected from potential harm
The post-holder will be expected to undertake any appropriate training provided by the Trust to assist them in carrying out any of the above duties.
The post-holder will be expected to contribute to the protection of children and young people, as appropriate, in accordance with any agreed policies and/or guidelines, reporting any issues or concerns to their immediate line manager.
The post-holder will be required to promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the work place. To include ensuring that the requirements of the Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH, and all other mandatory regulations are adhered to
An Enhanced Disclosure with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be undertaken before an appointment can be confirmed. The successful candidate will be required to disclose all convictions and cautions, including those that are spent; the exception being certain, minor cautions and convictions which are ‘protected’ for the purposes of the ‘Exceptions’ order.
Training:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant.
Functional Skills in English and maths Level 2 if required.
End Point Assessment: Practical workplace observation; Q&A session; Professional Discussion.
Training Outcome:Following the successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity for further learning and the opportunity for a permanent contract of employment.Employer Description:Northgate Primary School is a Primary School based in Bridgwater. It is part of Futura Learning Partnership, a family of schools across the West of England. The school offers a Primary School setting for those aged 4 – 11 as well as a Nursery for those aged 2 – 4.Working Hours :8.45am – 3.30pm - ½hr unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Team working,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include: Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child. Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community. Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement.
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities.Training:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours (OTJH) used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager.Work as a play work development officer for a local authority.Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant.Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 20-23 hours per week. Hours to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include:
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child
Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community
Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service
Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club
Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities
Training:Playworker Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard:
The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments
We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship
These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks
Training Outcome:
Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager
Work as a play work development officer for a local authority
Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant
Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project
Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship
Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmedSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include:
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritises the well-being of each child
Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community
Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities.Training:Playworker Level 2.
The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager.
Work as a play work development officer for a local authority.
Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant.
Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.
Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 20-23 hours per week, exact working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include: Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child. Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community. Taking initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement.
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activities.Training:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours (OTJH) used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or manager.Work as a play work development officer for a local authority.Move into a school as a Teaching Assistant.Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 20-23 hours per week. Hours to be confirmedSkills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Throughout the week, your primary responsibilities will include:
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment that prioritizes the well-being of each child.
Building rapport with both children and parents to foster a welcoming, inclusive community.
Taking the initiative to bring fresh ideas to each session and adjusting activities based on children’s engagement.
This role is ideal for those who love working with children, are committed to their development, and are enthusiastic about creating a joyful space that supports children’s growth and happiness.
In addition to your responsibilities within the breakfast and afterschool clubs, you will also assist with our daily walking bus service. Each morning, after breakfast club, you'll help safely walk children to their school. In the afternoon, you'll meet these children at school and walk them back to Limetree for afterschool club. Your role in the walking bus is crucial for ensuring each child's safety, maintaining a positive atmosphere, and providing a smooth, secure transition between school and club activitiesTraining:The programme offers a blended approach including virtual classrooms, webinars, work-based tasks and online assignments. We use an online platform (BUD) that helps you learn the topics and skills, reflect on your practice and build your portfolio.
Candidates are not required to attend college, instead, this will include off the job training hours used throughout this apprenticeship. These OTJH will be within working hours of Employment- e.g., 30+ hours per week = 6 hours per week OTJH, less than 30 hours is 20% OTJH.
You will also receive one-to-one support and tuition from your apprenticeship tutor, this tutor will make in person visits to you at the nursery, or schedule online meetings every 5-6 weeks.Training Outcome:Progress within your setting as a supervisor or managerWork as a play work development officer for a local authorityMove into a school as a Teaching Assistant.Become self-employed and set up an after-school club or childcare project.Move into an Early Years setting and proceed with an Early Years Educator Level 3 apprenticeship.Employer Description:Camp Glide is a childcare provider known for its quality before and after school clubs and holiday camps, focusing on safety, fun, and personal growth for children. As an employer, Camp Glide values honesty, respect, responsibility, and community, fostering an environment where staff can grow and excel in childcare. Staff members are encouraged to build strong relationships with children, develop professionally, and bring enthusiasm and initiative to their roles, all within a supportive and collaborative team. Camp Glide is Ofsted-registered, committed to maintaining high standards in care and safety.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 20-23 hours per week.Skills: Communication skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Under the overall direction of the headteacher you will play a major role in formulating the aims and objectives of the school and establishing the policies through which they are to be achieved.
You will carry out all the professional duties of a Teaching Assistant as required, take responsibility for child protection issues as appropriate and take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school.
You will need to be committed and driven to want the very best from every child and be outstanding member of our school community.
Duties for this role will include:
Attend to the pupils’ personal needs, and implement related personal programmes including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid and welfare matters.
Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning.
Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs.
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
Encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate.
Prepare classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards and assist with the display of children’s work.
Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed.
Undertake pupil record keeping as requested.
Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.
Gather/report information from/to parents/carers as directed.
Provide clerical/admin support e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, collecting money etc.
Support and educate children on all elements of the school curriculum.
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
Attend relevant meetings as required.
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times including before and after school and at lunchtimes.
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required.
Training:Over the 15-18 month apprenticeship, you will work towards the following:
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
Behaviours, Skills & Knowledge.
Functional Skills in maths and English at level 2 (if not already exempt through prior qualifications)
You will have regular visits at the workplace from a designated assessor to observe your progress and competence in the role you are carrying out.
Training will be one day a month at Plymouth Argyle.
Training Outcome:There may be the potential for full time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, for the right candidate.Employer Description:Shakespeare Primary School serves a school family of 420 pupils, from Reception to Year 6, within Honicknowle, Plymouth. We also have a nursery unit for three to four year olds, which has 52 part-time places (15 hours per week) and 10 full-time places, for pupils eligible for 30 hours of funding. We take 60 Reception pupils each year, who start with us in the year in which they become five years old.
Shakespeare Primary School is part of the Learning Academies Trust. Together, we share commitments that every child deserves an outstanding education, that schools work most effectively when they work together and that every school in our Trust is unique and should serve the needs of its own local community. In addition, we share the aim that we will not let social disadvantage be an obstacle to success. We know that with great leadership, inspirational teaching, caring pastoral support and hard work, every child in every school can succeed.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, working between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm.
Hours may change slightly to assist with after school clubs and lunchtime duties. Times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Supporting Learning & Development
Communicate pupil work as planned by the classroom teacher and manage pupil behaviour.
Within an agreed system of supervision, plan teaching and learning objectives, prepare and deliver learning activities and evaluate and adjust lessons/work plans according to pupil responses/needs.
Monitor, record and evaluate pupil responses to learning activities through a range of assessment and monitoring strategies against pre-determined learning objectives.
Interact with pupils in ways that support the development of their ability to think and learn and work independently.
Support the development and implementation of appropriate behaviour management strategies, to anticipate and manage behaviour constructively, promoting self-control and independence.
Support pupils in their social and emotional wellbeing and develop and implement related social, health and physical programmes.
Encourage and motivate pupils to promote independence and resilience and increase self-esteem.
Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of systems relating to attendance and integration e.g. registration, truancy, pastoral systems etc.
Accompany educational visits, with the class teacher, and other activities outside of the classroom, supervising the pupils.
Provide supervision during breaks and lunchtimes.
Communication
Establish constructive and respectful relationships with parents/carers, exchange appropriate information, facilitate their support for their child’s attendance, access to learning and support home to school and community links.
Play an appropriate part in establishing effective relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals in liaison with the teacher, to support achievement and progress of pupils.
Sharing Information
Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports on pupil attainment, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence.
Participate in meetings with other staff, external professionals, and parents, regarding pupils, in a support capacity to the teacher, who will normally lead on such matters.
Pay due regard to professional boundaries, maintaining appropriate levels of confidentiality.
Share information about pupils with teachers and other professionals as required.
Safeguarding and Promoting the Welfare of Children/Young People
Assist pupils with personal hygiene and welfare, including physical and medical needs, whilst encouraging independence.
Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils that you are responsible for and come into contact with, reporting concerns as appropriate.
Administration/Other
Organise and manage an appropriate learning environment and resources.
Support the use of ICT to advance pupils’ learning and use common ICT tools for own and pupils’ learning.
Assist with administrative support e.g. dealing with correspondence, compilation/ analysis, reporting on attendance, exclusions etc., making phone calls.
Supervise and provide access arrangements for pupils sitting internal and external examinations, ensuring that examinations comply DFE requirements.
Under the guidance and supervision of a class teacher be responsible for marking the register when covering classes.
Data Protection
To comply with Lingfield Education Trust’s policies and supporting documentation in relation to GDPR - this includes Data Protection, Information Security and Confidentiality
Training:
Teaching Assistant - Level 3 Standard
You will be required to attend Bishop Auckland College one day per week
Full, on the job training provided by the employer
Training Outcome:To be discussed at interview.Employer Description:Woodham Burn Primary and Nursery School is located in the heart of Newton Aycliffe. This is true not only for our geographical location: we are part of the local community and we are very proud of our community links.
With 250 pupils on roll it is always lively and interesting. We offer Breakfast Club and After School Club for our pupils to cater for the busy lives that we all lead.Working Hours :37hrs and £236.80 per week. Monday to Friday 8.30 am – 4.30pm. Term time only.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
