Introduction

Are you looking to begin an exciting, rewarding career in education? Meadow View Primary School is seeking a passionate and driven Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join their nurturing team. You will support high-quality classroom teaching and learning and make a positive impact on children's lives.

About the Employer

Meadow View Primary School's vision is 'Growing happiness, healthiness and lifelong success.' We are on an exciting journey of growth and development, investing heavily in the training and wellbeing of our staff (where 100% say they enjoy working here!). We are part of the James Montgomery Academy Trust, which is a child-centered, inclusive, and highly collaborative trust delivering excellence in South Yorkshire primary education.

What You'll Do

Under the guidance of the class teacher, the apprentice will support the learning, development, and wellbeing of pupils. Daily tasks include but are not limited to:

Assist teachers in promoting learning and development, helping to maintain a positive, stimulating and inclusive environment
Provide tailored support to pupils, including those with SEND or those with English as an additional language, to promote safety, engagement, and independence
Deliver structured learning activities and interventions, and adapt tasks in response to pupil needs under the teacher's direction
Encourage positive pupil interactions, nurture self-esteem and confidence, and help manage classroom behavior in line with school policies
Help prepare, organise, and maintain learning resources, equipment, and classroom displays
Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress and contribute to keeping accurate records and observations
Supervise pupils during transitions and break times as required, and help ensure physical health, safety, and hygiene needs are met
Comply with all safeguarding, equality, health and safety, and data protection policies

Training Outcome

Opportunity to secure a permanent teaching assistant post within the school upon successful completion.

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Positive and enthusiastic
Kind, patient & reliable
Passionate about child care

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: Details of working week Monday - Friday, term-time only (39 weeks per year). Hours 30 - 37 hours per week (to be finalised upon contract agreement).

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: RNN GROUP

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