Teaching Assistant apprenticeship

lmpgroup

Huddersfield

On-site

GBP 9,600 - 14,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Salendine Nook is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant Level 3 (SEND pathway) to support SEND pupils in the classroom. The role is term-time, 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with duties including one-to-one support, small group work, and helping pupils access the national curriculum.

Training provided by LMP Education; 16-month duration. Wages start at £8.50 per hour, rising to National Minimum Wage after 12 months for those over 19.

Qualifications

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - SEND pathway
GCSE Maths and English at A-C or equivalent
16-month training programme with LMP Education

Responsibilities

To undertake duties in accordance with school practices and procedures, upholds the school's philosophies
To work under the direction of the class teacher ensuring progress is recorded in the learning objectives
Under guidance supervise activities and assist with pupil management
Provide one-to-one support or small group work to reinforce teaching approaches
Support pupils to access the national curriculum and participate in school life
Deal with pupils requiring physical restraint using TEAM-TEACH under direction of the Principal

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Analytical thinking

Logical

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Salendine Nook are looking for a passionate and career driven candidate to join their busy team. This role includes Working with SEND students, to help support them with their learning in the classroom. Typically this will involve 'helicopter support' assisting in classes with multiple SEND needs.

Working Week

Monday to Friday term time only

32.5 hours per week total

Daily hours to be confirmed

Wage

£8.50 per hour

Wage rises to National Minimum Wage after 12 months if over 19 years old.

Qualification

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Send pathway

Duration: 16 Months

Training Provider: LMP Education

Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching Support:

To undertake duties in accordance with school practices and procedures, ensuring the post holder actively upholds and promotes the philosophies of the school
To work under the direction of the class teacher ensuring that progress is clearly recorded in the relevant systems and relates to the learning objectives/goals for pupils
Under the guidance of the teacher, supervise activities and assist with the general management of pupils in school
Under the direction of the teacher provide one to one support to pupils or working with small groups of pupils on pre-planned activities, to reinforce the teacher’s approach

Pupil Support:

To provide support and guidance under the direction of the teacher on a one to one basis or to teams of pupils in their core skills and curriculum needs as per school policies/practices
To actively encourage the inclusion of all pupils to participate in the life and activities of the school and access the national curriculum to the best of their ability
To provide individual assistance or assistance within groups through implementing behaviour plans, Individual Education Plans and teaching strategies etc, to maximise their achievements
As required to deal with pupils who require physical restraint and intervention, using such methods as TEAM-TEACH, under the direction of the Principal

Curriculum Activities:

Under the direction of the teacher, assist in the structured and agreed learning activities/teaching programmes
To contribute in the presentation of pupils’ work and maintenance of display areas
To assist with the preparation and tidying of the classroom and upkeep of resources
To attend and contribute to duty related meetings as required

Skills and Attributes