Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Harefield School

Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in students’ lives? Our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship offers you a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic school environment while earning a qualification that will kickstart your career in education!

Apprenticeship Overview:

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

Working Week: Monday- Friday 8.50am - 3.10pm (20-minute lunch break)

Hours: 30 hours per week

Duration: 18 months

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification

Online training supported by our dedicated tutor

Location: Lord Adonis House, Harefield Academy, Northwood Way, Harefield, Uxbridge, UB9 6ET

Website: Harefield School

As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will:

Supervise and provide particular support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities

Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education / Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes

Attend to the pupil’s personal needs and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, medical, hygiene and welfare matters

Supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning

Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs

Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils

Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher

Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence

Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under the guidance of the teacher

Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work

Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals

Assist with the planning of learning activities

Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed

Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils’ achievement, progress, problems etc

Promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour

Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers

Administer routine tests and invigilate exams and undertake routine marking of pupils’ work

Provide clerical/administrative support, e.g., photocopying, word processing, filing. Etc

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.

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