Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Oasis Academy Shirley Park 

About the Employer 

We are a co-educational, all-inclusive Primary Academy dedicated to transforming the lives of those within the community we serve. We have had an exciting journey to date. We are proud to walk through our halls and smile at our children and staff. It is within these walls that we see and will continue to see our young minds flourish and develop a life-long love for learning that we hope to instill in future cohorts to come. We are at the heart of an amazing community. A few minutes ride on the train into the centre of London.

About the role

Key details:

• Working week: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week (30 working hours + 5 paid hours for apprenticeship learning), Term time only
  


• Wage: £7.55 per hour 
  


• Location: Stroud Green Campus, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, - 47-49 Stroud Green Way, Croydon CR0 7BE


• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Teaching Assistant


• Duration: 16 months
  

Overview of the role: 

The purpose of this role is to work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area, for specified periods of time.

Responsibilities will include:

• The post holder is responsible to their line manager and to the Phase Leader for their duties, responsibilities, and tasks


• The post holder will adhere to the school’s values and vision; abiding by the agreed policies and procedures to ensure provision is of the highest quality


• The post holder undertakes support for the teachers of the children within the school and the associated pastoral and administrative duties in respect of those pupils as well as the general responsibilities in the school as agreed with the Headteacher
  


• The post holder will interact on a professional level with all colleagues and establish and maintain good working relationships which will promote the development and effective delivery of the school curriculum and maximise children’ achievement


• The post holder will be responsible for the pastoral care and safeguarding of the children within their session, class or groups, ensuring that children’s safety, wellbeing and welfare are at the forefront of all they do


• To implement agreed work programmes with individual pupils /groups and support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils including the provision of detailed and specialist skills/knowledge in particular areas


• To assist the teacher in the whole planning, teaching, and assessment cycle


• To supervise and lead groups of children (including during lunchtime)


• To implement all policies and practices in line with the ethos of the school


• Through reflective practice, support a creative inclusive curriculum which values learning through and smaller group working practices


• To support excellent progress for children across all areas of development through effective participation in observation, assessment and planning


• To help create a stimulating environment which supports learning


• To support parents in becoming competent and confident co-educators who are

Apprenticeship Summary:

• You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 16 months!


• Training provider: LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/ 


• All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release


• An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!

About the Candidate 

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

• Organised


• Communication 


• Willing to learn 


• Team Player


• Time management 


• Kind


• Patient 


• Creative 
  

Qualifications Required:

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential


• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential

Other things to consider: 

• You will be required to provide the details of two references before proceeding to interview stage. 

Apprenticeship Overview

During this teaching assistant apprenticeship you will promote self-belief, social inclusion and high self-esteem which will play an integral part to pupils’ wellbeing. You will become an essential part in the learning environment for the classroom teacher and pupils. Working to ensure pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing and safe environment. It is an active role supporting the learner to access the curriculum and expand their knowledge. TAs play a crucial role in supporting teachers and pupils. Your work can have a significant impact on the children's learning experiences, helping them to succeed academically and personally.

• Milestone 1. Keeping children safe in Education – (KCSIE Policy, child protection, safeguarding awareness, serious case reviews, health, safety and wellbeing legislation)


• Milestone 2. Professional Standards and Personal Accountability – (Relationships and Role Modelling, CPD and Personal development)


• Milestone 3. Child Development and Behaviours – (Child Development Practitioners, stages of development, Behaviour Management).


• Milestone 4. Curriculum and Technology – (School ICT Systems, using technology, National Curriculum key Stages)


• Milestone 5. Learning and Assessment Strategies – (Assessment procedures, feedback techniques, SEND Strategies and partnership working)


• Milestone 6. Prep for End Point Assessment

Next steps & Pre-employment checks

• (Permitting you’re eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further.


• You will be required to complete an application form as part of Oasis Academy's safer recruitment process


• Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.

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