Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Realise Training Group; Stanley; Remote; GBP 9,600 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Cycle to work scheme

Onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Extensive CPD and upskilling

Job summary

Shield Row Primary School, part of Tudhoe Learning Trust, is seeking a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join for up to 18 months. The role is 32.5 hours per week, term-time only, based at Shield Row Primary School.

You will support teaching and learning across year groups, with group work and one-to-one assistance to help all pupils access the curriculum. Training will be provided by Realise, with the apprenticeship working toward Teaching Assistant Level 3 standards.

Qualifications

• Have 5 GCSE’s at Grades A-C/9-4 (including English and Maths) or hold an equivalent and relevant qualification.
• Be reliable, flexible and have a passion for working in schools.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in a variety of ways, including group work and one-to-one support.
• Work with different year groups to help pupils access the curriculum.
• Contribute to providing a safe, engaging environment for learning.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs including English & Maths

Job description

Working Week: 32.5 hours Monday to Friday, term-time only

Company: Tudhoe Learning Trust

Positions Available: 1

Vacancy Detail

Shield Row Primary School is one of seven schools which forms part of Tudhoe Learning Trust. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join us for a period of up to 18 months. The role is based in Shield Row Primary School and offered at 32.5 hours per week and on a term-time basis. Within your apprenticeship you may be required to work different year groups, supporting teaching & learning in a variety of ways, including group work and one to one support, with the aim that all pupils can access our curriculum. The apprenticeship will commence once conditional offer checks are completed.

As an apprentice you will develop skills, knowledge and experience of working within Education and you will also develop:

• An understanding of current statutory guidance including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Part 1, Safeguarding policies, prevent strategy.
• Recognise different stages of child development through school e.g. transition between key stages and year groups.
• Support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning.

Employee benefits include:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Onsite parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee discounts
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities

Qualifications required

• Have 5 GCSE’s at Grades A-C/9-4 (including English and Maths) or hold an equivalent and relevant qualification
• Be reliable, flexible and have a passion for working in schools

Skills required

• Communicate effectively in a variety of situations and with people at all levels
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team

Future Prospects

Skills that you can apply to a role in schools, as a qualified Teaching Assistant.

Other Information

Tudhoe Learning Trust is committed to promoting the welfare of and safeguarding all children in its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, online searches and you will be required to apply for an enhanced DBS.

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Teaching Assistant L3 Apprenticeship Standard
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.