Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship at Northway School (Mill Hill)
Join a dynamic learning environment where you'll support experienced educators and make a real difference in the lives of students with special educational needs. You'll help plan, prepare, and deliver learning activities under the supervision of a qualified teacher, perfect for those passionate about education and eager to grow.
If you're ready to start your journey in education and gain hands-on experience, we’d love to hear from you!
**This vacancy is for aSeptember start!!**
Apprenticeship Overview:
- Salary:
£7.55 an hour,
Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds - Working Week:Monday to Friday (Hours to be confirmed)
- Hours:33.5 hours per week
- Duration:18 months
- Apprentices are employed and paid for 52 weeks of the year. This means that while placement attendance is required only during term-time, you are still expected to work from home outside of term-time as part of your apprenticeship programme.
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship standard qualification
- Online training supported by our dedicated tutor
- Location: 1 The Fairway, London, NW7 3HS
- Website:https://www.northway.barnet.sch.uk
Duties and responsibilities:
- This school caters for Year 2 & Year 6 Students
- Plan, prepare and deliver learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, differentiating and adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of individual pupils
- Be aware of and work within school policies and procedures
- Assess, record and report on development, progress and attainment as agreed with the teacher
- Monitor and record pupil responses and learning achievements, drawing any problems which cannot be resolved to the attention of the teacher
- Plan and evaluate specialist learning activities with the teacher, including writing reports and records and providing focused personalised provision as required
- Maintain a clean, safe and tidy learning environment
- Ongoing guidance and support of pupils in their social development and their emotional well-being, reporting problems to the appropriate person
- Supply specialist support with direction and guidance from teaching staff, allowing pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in school activities
- Under the guidance of a teacher, support the role of parents/carers, in pupils’ learning and contribute to meetings with parents/carers to provide constructive feedback on pupil progress/achievement
- Contribute to the development of policies and procedures
Establish and maintain relationships with families, carers and other professionals - Provide short-term cover of classes on a regular timetabled basis planned by the teacher.
- Accompany teaching staff and take responsibility for pupils on visits, trips and out-of-school activities as required
- Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtimes
- Supervise individuals and groups of pupils throughout the day, including playground and dining areas
- Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required, whilst encouraging independence
- Provide pastoral care to children
- Provide basic first aid, if appropriate, ensuring timely referral to health service in emergency situations
- Support pupils to develop their skills of independence, resilience and confidence
- Contribute to the development and implementation of support plans including Support Plans and EHCP’s, including attendance at, and contribution to, reviews as required
- Support the use of ICT in the curriculum support for the school
- Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A team player with a positive and empathetic attitude
- Organised, proactive, and eager to learn
- A role model who values confidentiality and professionalism
- Passionate about working in a SEND environment
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND Apprenticeship standard qualification.
Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program. Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
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