Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Wightwick Hall School

Two Rivers High School; Whitmore Reans; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Wightwick Hall Academy is seeking an aspiring Teaching Assistant to join our busy team. You will work under the direct instruction of teaching staff in the classroom, providing general support to the teacher and helping with pupil welfare and classroom management.

The Apprenticeship is Level 3 Teaching Assistant, lasting about 1 year 4 months, with weekly hours around 30.5 (term-time). Training is provided by LET ME PLAY LIMITED, with four positions available and progression to a permanent role

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4 (C) or equivalent.
• Good IT literacy and ability to use classroom technology.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn and apply apprenticeship training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the classroom for lessons and maintain displays of pupils' work.
• Undertake routine pupil records administration as requested.
• Support the teacher in pupil behaviour management and reporting difficulties.
• Liaise with parents on general pupil matters.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Logical

Team working

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

Introduction

Wightwick Hall Academy are seeking an aspiring Teaching Assistant to join our busy team. Your role includes working under the direct instruction of teaching staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher. Provide general support to the teacher in the care of pupils and management of the classroom.

About the Employer

At Wightwick Hall School, we believe that education is not just about academic achievement; it is also about developing the whole child. We encourage our pupils to explore their interests, embrace challenges, and build lasting friendships. At Wightwick Hall School, we embrace the motto "Be Curious and Thrive, Together."

What You'll Do

Support to Teacher

• Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons, clear afterwards and assist with and maintain displays of pupils’ work, notice boards, shelving systems, etc.
• Undertake routine administrative tasks, e.g. pupil record keeping as requested.
• Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate.
• Appropriate liaison with parents on general pupil matters

Support to Curriculum

• Support pupils to understand instructions in relation to curriculum subject.
• Prepare and maintain general equipment/resources as directed by the teacher.
• Attend training sessions as required for CPD purposes and to ensure appropriate skill level is obtained to undertake role, e.g. behaviour management strategies.

People Management

• To comply and engage with people management polices and processes.
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
• Establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals.
• Attend and participate in regular meetings.
• Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
• Recognise own strengths, areas of expertise and use these to advise and support others.

Knowledge/Skills

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to relate well to children and adults.
• Have good organisational skills.
• Basic knowledge of first aid; e.g. emergency first aid course.
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Use basic technology – computer, video, and photocopier.
• Have a flexible approach to work and be prepared to undertake routine admin tasks outside of the classroom if required.

Training Outcome

• Permanent position considered on completion of the apprenticeship.
• Level 5 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship available.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths and English - 4

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday. Term-time only30.5 hours per week total.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 4 Months

Number of Positions Available: 4

Training Provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED