Introduction

As a teaching assistant apprentice, you will support teaching staff in the classroom and be involved in the development, implementation and evaluation of pupils’ individual progress. You may also support individual children in class, and work with small groups of children within or outside the classroom.

About the Employer

Primary School

What You'll Do

To work under the direction of the teacher to raise pupil attainment and maintenance of a well-ordered environment. You will work closely with children to enable them to access a full and rich curriculum within which they can make progress. Your work will include:

Implementing strategies to support pupils, such as giving further explanations, adapting work, prompting or encouraging concentration and participation
Assisting with the assessment and recording of pupil progress
Delivering planned activities to a small group or individual pupils
Organising materials and resources for lesson
Promoting inclusive education and integration and helping in the development of relationships by encouraging appropriate interaction between pupils
Supporting the class teacher in managing behaviour and promoting good behaviour around the school
Liaising with the class teacher about individual children’s learning
Undertaking playground duties as part of a rota
Attending training and meetings
Complying with the procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and reporting concerns to an appropriate person
Undertaking any other duties reasonably required by the class teacher or Head teacher

Training Outcome

It is hoped, but not guaranteed, that an offer of full-time employment can be made on completion of your qualification.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 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, 8:30am to 3:15pm.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: HEART OF ENGLAND TRAINING LIMITED

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