Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - St Michael's CofE Academy - Children & Family Centre

About the Employer 

The Diocese of Coventry Multi Academy Trust is on an aspirational journey to achieve educational excellence for all. The Trust seeks to build a better future for all within our academies who in turn will positively impact their communities. People within the Trust work as part of the broader Trust family, benefitting from peer support and wide opportunities for personal development.

About the role

Key details:

• Working week: Monday to Friday, 8.40am to 3.25pm, 31.25 hours per week, Term-time only
  


• Wage: £7.55 per hour 
  


• Location: Hazel Grove, Bedworth, Warwickshire, CV12 9DA


• Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Teaching Assistant


• Duration: 16 months

Overview of the role:

To support pupils with additional needs across a range of year groups to be successful with their learning and behaviour, consistently implementing and developing inclusive strategies so these pupils can be successful.

Key responsibilities:

Curriculum Support

• Contribute to planning, delivery, and evaluation of lessons and learning activities.


• Support teaching by adapting activities to pupil needs and responses.


• Assist in delivering teaching programmes and agreed learning activities.


• Promote and support pupil use of ICT to enhance learning and independence.

Pupil Support

• Provide tailored support to individuals or groups, helping them stay focused, motivated, and engaged.


• Promote inclusion, communication, self-esteem, and independence among pupils.


• Support pupils with personal, social, and emotional development needs.


• Assist in developing and implementing IEPs and behaviour support plans.


• Monitor behaviour, encourage positive interactions, and report concerns.


• Supervise and support children during lunchtime and on school trips.


• Provide care and assistance with personal and physical needs where necessary.

Support to Teacher

• Assist in lesson preparation, delivery, and classroom organisation.


• Observe and record pupil progress to support assessment and feedback.


• Help implement behaviour strategies and manage classroom behaviour.


• Prepare teaching materials and resources, ensuring an organised learning environment.


• Carry out administrative tasks such as producing worksheets and managing coursework.

Communication and Liaison

• Liaise with parents/carers, specialist teachers, and other professionals.


• Provide translation services for parents/carers and external agencies when required.


• Make telephone contact with families and help translate written communications.

Additional Duties

• Provide occasional whole-class support, e.g. during story time.


• Demonstrate tasks or guide new staff, work experience students, or trainees.


• Handle small amounts of cash or process basic financial documents when necessary.

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:

• Strong Literacy skills


• Excellent communication skills


• A genuine passion for working with children.
  


• A positive role model with a can-do attitude.


• Willingness to learn and be part of a supportive team.


• Confident with ICT and time management.


• Mature, ambitious, and ready to make a difference.


• Patience, professionalism, and strong work ethic

Qualifications Required:

• GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential


• GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential

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.


• 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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