Apprentice Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Bidvane; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced paternity leave

Aurora Trust-wide professional CPD

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Heron Park Primary Academy, part of the Aurora Trust, is recruiting an apprentice teaching assistant to support pupils with special educational needs. The role combines on-the-job training with a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, ideal for someone aiming to start an education career.

Applicants should have the motivation to learn, be patient and able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• Qualifications needed to start a Level 3 course

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning in and out of the classroom
• Work towards a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to build positiverelationships

Patient and caring approach

Commitment to an inclusive learning

Education

Qualifications needed to start a Level 3 course

Job description

Heron Park Primary Academy, within the Aurora Trust, is recruiting an apprentice teaching assistant for special educational needs support. The work centres on supporting pupils' learning in and out of the classroom, alongside experienced colleagues. The post pairs on-the-job training with a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, so it suits someone keen to build an education career. Applicants need the qualifications to start a Level 3 course, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Support pupils' learning in and out of the classroom
• Work towards a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Qualifications

• Qualifications needed to start a Level 3 course

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent communication skills
• Teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Patient and caring approach
• Commitment to an inclusive learning environment

Other

• Positive, enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Motivation to make a difference to young people's lives and to work hard towards the qualification

What’s offered

• Enhanced paternity leave, above the Green and Burgundy Books
• Aurora Trust-wide professional development and CPD
• Employee Assistance Programme with free, confidential advice
• Online GP service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts at high-street shops
• Health and well-being support
• Collaborative multi-academy trust support