Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at EvergreenSchool

Evergreen School is a special school with two purpose-built campuses in Warwick. We are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our team. You may already have SEN experience or be in a mainstream setting, or have gained your experience, knowledge and skills somewhere else.

Apprenticeship Overview:

Salary: £8.00 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds

Working Week: Monday 9am - 4.35pm, Tuesday to Friday 9am - 3.35pm

Hours: 31.4 hours per week

Duration: 18 months

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification

Online training supported by our dedicated tutor

Location: Deansway, Warwick, CV34 5DF

As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will:

Contribute to curriculum planning and evaluation and assist in implementation

Assist in the delivery of lessons/sessions and interact with the teacher and pupils as required

Undertake agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting according to pupil responses

Support and use ICT in learning activities and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use

Support individuals or groups during independent / group work eg explain tasks, reinforce key objectives/concepts or vocabulary, use practical apparatus, support less able pupils, extend / challenge more able, keep pupils on task, interested, motivated and engaged

Encourage pupils to engage and learn in a fun and safe way through a developmentally appropriate curriculum e.g. early years play philosophy or community based practical life skills.

Ensure pupil's unique characteristics and interests are valued and their ‘voice’ is heard

Occasional support to the whole class for short periods, e.g. story reading, sensory story, circle time games, ICT sessions or physical activities

Help pupils develop communication skills using a total communication approach that is consistent with advice from SaLT and class teacher

Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils, encourage them to interact and work co-operatively and engage in activities

Promote independence and development of self-esteem

Assist in the personal, social, emotional development of pupils and the development of self-esteem

Assist with the development and implementation of personalised learning intentions which are smaller steps towards the pupils EHCP outcomes

Support pupils to manage their emotions and responses to the environment through collaborative team work developing individual support plans

Support the implementation of ISP and work together to implement strategies to manage pupil behaviour positively and effectively

• •Work with the class team and the family to implement the individual support plans and log effectively pupils' behaviour (IRIS) review and reflect on supporting the pupils proactively
• Using specialist skills/knowledge/training, provide support in specialist areas

Encourage and reinforce positive interactions between pupils working towards any SEMH short steps set at the annual review of EHCP

Identify and report uncharacteristic behaviour patterns on IRIS

Assist with pupil supervision on trips off the premises, under overall guidance of the teacher

Working with children / pupils with complex special needs, monitor and provide for their general care, safety and welfare, including tasks connected with their social inclusion and providing for their personal, physical and health care needs, including toileting support and over mealtimes

As a very last resort use physical intervention strategies to prevent imminent or immediate risk to harm of the pupil/s by following training e.g. team teach

Comply with the school’s Code of Conduct, Child Protection and Safeguarding policies and practices

Assist with lesson/activity planning, delivery and evaluation

Monitor individual/group achievement of learning intentions and feedback to the teacher/pupil

Contribute to pupil assessment through observation and reporting in line with the school assessment systems

Record information relevant to assessment and review of pupils’ progress

Collaborate with team members to compile assessments and reports to support the annual review of the pupils Educational Health Care Plan

Active involvement in day-to-day management of the learning environment including responsibility for the care and preparation of teaching aids, equipment, materials and differentiated resources

Qualifications:

GCSEs in English and Maths at grades 4–9 (A*–C) desirable

Skills and Personal Qualities:

Patience, sensitivity, and a calm, caring nature

Enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and development

Flexible, adaptable, and a team player

Strong verbal communication skills

Good active listening and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructions and use initiative

Confident using basic IT systems or handheld devices

Interest in education and understanding people’s behaviours and needs

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification.

Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program. Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

#InspireLP