Level 3 Teaching Assistant (with PE) Apprentice

North East Combined Authority; Ferryhill, Easington; Remote; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

Melrose Learning Trust is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant (with PE) Apprentice to support pupils across Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School and Easington C of E Primary School.

The role focuses on delivering PE support, running lunchtime and after-school clubs, and assisting with pupil development in a caring environment that values safeguarding and teamwork. Training and portfolio work will be undertaken as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary education setting is preferred.
• Commitment to promoting wellbeing and academic development.
• Ability to model professional behaviour for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support PE throughout the school.
• Help deliver lunchtime and after-school clubs.
• Assist in preparing school teams for festivals and competitions.
• Support administration of PE and school sport.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers.
• Undertake training and portfolio work with Educational & Sporting Futures and Go Well.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Positive attitude

Enthusiasm

Education

Experience in Primary Education

Job description

Job Title: Level 3 Teaching Assistant (with PE) Apprentice

Location: Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School and Easington Church of England Primary School

Start Date: 2nd November

Contract Type: Term Time only

Salary: National Apprentice Rate

Weekly Hours: 37h

Working Weeks: TTO

About Us:

Cleves Cross Primary and Nursery School and Easington C of E Primary School are vibrant and inclusive educational community committed to providing high-quality learning experiences for all pupils. Our schools have a holistic approach in ensuring personalised support for all pupils and strive to create an environment where every child can believe in themselves, achieve their goals and develop the skills necessary to succeed in their future.

Melrose Learning Trust to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant (with PE) Apprentice to inspire and support pupils within our school. The successful candidate will be compassionate and caring and will play a vital role in providing inclusive support to pupils with a range of learning needs, ensuring all children have equal access to education and opportunities for success, specifically in relation to Physical Education and wellbeing.

This is an exciting opportunity for anyone wanting to work in a brilliantly supportive, inspiring, and enjoyable working environment, giving you the opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of young children every day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting PE throughout the school
• Helping to deliver lunchtime clubs
• Helping to deliver after school clubs
• Support the preparation of school teams for festivals and competitions
• Taking small groups of children for activity
• Support the administration of PE and School sport
• Support within other curriculum areas if required
• Maintain sports noticeboard
• Maintain PE equipment cupboard
• To work collaboratively with class teachers
• To undertake training with Educational & Sporting Futures and Go Well and complete portfolio work (in-person and virtually)
• To maintain the professional conduct expected of a member of school staff and adhere to all school policies at all times
• To undertake the responsibility to safeguard pupils
• Observe and implement all relevant legislative requirements including Health and Safety at Work Act
• To undertake other reasonable tasks requested by the Headteacher
• Ability to present oneself as a role model to pupils in speech, dress, behaviour and attitude

Our ideal candidate will:

• Some experience of working within a Primary Education setting
• A passion for working with children and a commitment to promoting well-being and academic development ensuring every pupil is supported to fulfil their potential and flourish in education
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to form strong and supportive relationships with children
• Demonstrate patience, empathy and a positive attitude towards overcoming challenges
• A resilient, proactive and positive nature
• High levels of enthusiasm, energy and positivity when working with pupils
• Have the ability to create and maintain a safe and supportive sports environment
• (Desirable but not essential) Relevant qualifications or training within education, childcare or working with additional needs

Closing Date for Applications: Friday 16th October

Interviews: Wednesday 21st October

Position Available: 2nd November

Melrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to relevant vetting checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Part 3, including an enhanced disclosure, satisfactory references, before an offer of employment is confirmed. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check as part of the safer recruitment process. Melrose Learning Trust welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting and developing equality of opportunity in all its functions.