Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Thomas Bewick 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: £7.55 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds


• Working Week: Monday to Friday - hours to be confirmed


• Hours: 32.5 hours per week


• Duration: 18 months


• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification


• Online training supported by our dedicated tutor


• Location: Linhope Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 2LW

What you’ll do at work

Throughout the program, you will develop a diverse skill set that will empower you to make a meaningful difference in students' lives.

• 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


• 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


• 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


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


• 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


• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to enhance classroom activities and ensure a cohesive learning experience for all pupils


• Help maintain a healthy, safe, and secure environment for students, both inside and outside the classroom, while adhering to school policies and procedures


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

Desired qualifications

• GCSE English (Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) desirable


• GCSE Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) desirable

Skills

• Communication skills


• Attention to detail


• Organisation skills


• Customer care skills


• Problem solving skills


• Logical


• Team working


• Creative


• Initiative


• Non judgemental


• Patience