Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Thomas Bewick School, Linhope Road, West Denton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 2LW

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: £12,759.50 per year 


• Hours: 32.5 Hours per Week


• Working week: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm (30 minutes break)


• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification


• Online training supported by our dedicated tutors 


• Location: Linhope Road, West Denton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE5 2LW

Duties:

Throughout the program, you will develop a diverse skill set that will empower you to make a meaningful difference in students' lives. Some of the key responsibilities and accountabilities you’ll undertake include:

• Supervising Classroom Activities: Engage with students as you oversee classroom activities, ensuring a productive and inclusive learning environment. You'll also accompany pupils on educational visits and extra-curricular activities, such as swimming and independence skills training programs.


• Collaborating with Specialists: Work closely with teachers, speech and language therapists, and other specialist staff to assist in the delivery of tailored educational programs, fostering each student's unique learning journey.


• Supporting Students’ Care Needs: Provide compassionate support to identified pupils who may require assistance with daily care tasks, such as dressing and toileting, ensuring their comfort and confidence in the school setting.


• Mastering Classroom Skills: Learn effective classroom management and behaviour techniques that will enable you to create a positive and encouraging atmosphere for all students.


• Planning and Delivering Activities: Gain experience in planning and delivering engaging learning activities, while providing valuable feedback to teachers about the educational, emotional, and physical needs of students to assist in their assessments.


• Teamwork in the Classroom: Collaborate with teachers and support staff to enhance classroom activities and ensure a cohesive learning experience for all pupils.


• Ensuring Safety and Well-being: Help maintain a healthy, safe, and secure environment for students, both inside and outside the classroom, while adhering to school policies and procedures.


• Administrative Support: Assist with clerical and administrative tasks, such as photocopying and preparing learning resources, to keep the classroom running smoothly.

Skills: 

• Communication skills


• IT skills


• Attention to detail


• Organisation skills


• Customer care skills


• Problem solving skills


• Administrative skills


• Logical


• Team working


• Creative


• Initiative


• Non judgemental


• Patience

Desired qualifications: 

• GCSE English (Grade 4) desirable


• GCSE Maths (Grade 4) desirable

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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