Teaching Assistant Apprentice Inicio Academies

Inicio Academies

Teaching Assistant Apprentice Inicio Academies

£13312

Inicio Academies, Harrowgate Hill, Darlington

  • Full time
  • U
  • Onsite working
  • Apprenticeship programme

Posted 3 weeks ago, 23 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 65c3cdd585a44c9b92460d4070651667

Full Job Description

We are looking for someone who loves working with children of all abilities, can lead by example, embody our school motto, work as a team and embrace our school ethos. You will play an appropriate part in establishing effective relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals in liaison with the teacher.
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  • Provide learning activities for individuals and groups of pupils and also under the professional direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, differentiating and adapting learning programmes to suit the needs of allocated pupils

  • 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, writing reports and records as required

  • Select and adapt appropriate resources/methods to facilitate agreed learning activities

  • Support pupils in social and emotional well-being, reporting problems to the teacher as appropriate


  • You may be required to undertake at least one of the following under the direction of the class teacher:
  • Provide support to pupils with learning, behavioural, communication, social, sensory or physical difficulties

  • Provide support to students where English is not their first language

  • Provide support to gifted and talented pupils

  • Provide support to all pupils in a particular learning area (e.g. ICT, literacy, numeracy)


  • In addition, generic responsibilities which may be undertaken in support of the above:
  • Establish and maintain relationships with families, carers and other adults e.g. speech therapists

  • Be responsible for the preparation of resources

  • Escort and supervise pupils on educational and out of school activities

  • Guide and support pupils in their personal, emotional and social development

  • Prepare and present displays

  • Supervise individuals and groups of pupils throughout the day, including supervision in the classroom, playground and dining areas

  • Assist pupils with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required whilst encouraging independence

  • Work with pupils not working to normal timetable

    Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Administrative skills, Initiative, Timekeeping, Flexible, Approachable, Enthusiastic, GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential

    Core aims are at the heart of everything we do at Longfield, from the expectations in the classroom and around school, to representing the school in competition and in the community. They are an integral part of the school's PHSE, assembly and house systems, which are interwoven into the fabric of our inclusive school culture. Our Local Governing Body are proud to endorse our ethos of Respect, Excellence, Achievement and Determination. These are evident from the moment you step into the school. At Longfield, we strive to ensure the highest standards are met, to provide the pupils not only with the best academic performance, but a moral code that will serve them well in future life.

    You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training

  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field

  • industry or sector experience