Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Introduction

Do you want to start a rewarding career in Education? If you want to learn the skills involved in supporting pupils in their education and gain job satisfaction shaping young peoples’ life journey, this is the job for you! In this role you will develop into a Teaching Assistant professional and make a difference. Read more below.

About the Employer

The David Nieper Academy is a newly formed academy in Alfreton, Derbyshire. A brand-new school building was opened in early 2017 with the Sixth Form Centre in September 2017. A key aspect of their vision is to focus on applied learning within all subject areas and across year groups. This year they have seen an increase in student numbers within each year group and are looking to build on this year on year. This is an immensely exciting time to be joining the academy and being a key driver in enhancing the academic and social achievement of the students.

What You'll Do

Do you want to start a rewarding career with endless opportunities? Could you benefit the lives of children in the local community and make a difference?

If the answer is yes, this is the job you’ve been waiting for! With the help of RNN Training, this Apprenticeship will give you all you need to secure your future in the education sector and provide you with the skills that are in short supply nationwide.

General Responsibilities:

• To communicate effectively with the public and wider community and provide effective support for teaching staff and pupils
• To promote and support the implementation of the academy aims, policies and values, including the Academy commitment to Equalities
• To work flexibly as part of the support staff team to contribute to the smooth operation of the school
• To use the academy computer hardware and software packages where appropriate
• Candidates should indicate an acceptance of, and a commitment to, the Academy’s policies in relation to equality and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Training Outcome

Full time employment and progression to higher education.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Dedicated and supportive
• Keen interest in Education

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths & English - A*-C/9-4

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday - Friday 8.05am - 4.35pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Number of Positions Available: 2

Training Provider: RNN GROUP