Introduction

Featherstone All Saints C of E Academy is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join our warm and inclusive school community. This apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for someone to take the first step into a rewarding career in education, especially supporting children with additional needs.

About the Employer

Featherstone All Saints is a welcoming, friendly and supportive school, which places the learners at the heart of everything we do. We aim to provide a high quality education within a caring Christian environment which will help them to grow and flourish. Through our engaging curriculum, we ensure that children can foster a passion for learning and curiosity that will help to develop high aspirations and a lifetime of memories. We believe in ensuring that children receive a well-rounded curriculum; where individual talents can be spotted and nurtured to ensure that all children experience success and reach their full potential. The school has a dedicated team that works hard to reach high standards in everything we do and this is further embedded through our successful relationships with parents, the local community and the other schools including those in the Enhance Academy Trust. We firmly believe that education is a partnership between home and school and regard parents as active partners in their child's education and value their interest and support.

What You'll Do

Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
Working one-to-one and in small groups with pupils, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
Assisting with the preparation and organisation of learning materials and resources
Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting our school’s Christian values
Supporting children at playtimes and lunchtimes, encouraging active and inclusive play
Contributing to record-keeping and tracking progress, under supervision
Ensuring all pupils have equal access to learning and feel safe and supported
Working primarily within Key Stage 2 although this may vary depending on the needs of the school

Training Outcome

This position is temporary in the first instance. Achievement of the teaching assistant apprenticeship may offer opportunities to take up a range of positions in education including one to one roles supporting children with additional needs
You may progress to the Level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship following a SEND pathway

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Qualifications

Desired - GCSE - English - 4
Desired - 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 (Term time only). Hours to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: AIRE VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED

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