Empower Young Minds: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Gen2; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandside Lodge School in Ulverston is recruiting two Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentices to join from September. The school caters for pupils aged four to nineteen with severe learning difficulties and additional needs, often requiring personalised support and specialist strategies.

The role involves assisting students under teacher guidance, working with the SENDCO, contributing to planning, monitoring, and assessment, and liaising with parents and external agencies.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or higher (or working towards).
• Willingness to learn and develop professional skills.
• Interest in education and working with young people with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the child in learning under the direction of the class teacher.
• Work closely with the SENDCO.
• Contribute to planning, monitoring and assessing pupils in partnership with the class teacher.
• Liaise with the class teacher regarding progress and development.
• Liaise with parents and outside agencies.
• Work with the child on a 1-1 basis, in small groups and in class to prevent over-dependence.
• Set targets for IEPs/EHCs and contribute to their development and implementation.
• Be conversant with safeguarding procedures for children.
• Attend relevant training and meetings related to the role.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Passion to work in education sector

Caring nature

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Sandside Lodge School in Ulverston is recruiting two Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentices to join from September. The school caters for pupils aged four to nineteen with severe learning difficulties and additional needs, often requiring personalised support and specialist strategies.

The role involves assisting students under teacher guidance, working with the SENDCO, contributing to planning, monitoring, and assessment, and liaising with parents and external agencies.