Mill Water School

Mill Water is a special school in East Devon educating pupils, aged 3 to 19, who have severe and profound learning difficulties. We re-located to our current site in the grounds of Bicton College in 2015. Our purpose-built school is uniquely designed with the entire focus on meeting pupils' needs. It includes light and dark sensory rooms, soft play, a hydrotherapy pool, ICT facilities, spacious rural grounds and outside play equipment. All staff are committed to providing the care and support our pupils need to reach their full potential. We always celebrate the smallest steps of achievement as well as being committed to delivering a purposeful education.

**Overview;**

The Apprentice Teaching Assistant will work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom, to support access to learning for pupils with SEN and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. With the appropriate training the Apprentice Teaching Assistant will meet the needs of the pupils and attend their general welfare, this could include supporting pupils with personal care, administering medications and supporting with feeding. The Apprentice Teaching Assistant may learn to carry out a number of therapeutic programs with some pupils such as hydrotherapy, physiotherapy and speech therapy.

An ability to work positively within a team of classroom assistants is essential in order to maximise pupil learning and contribute to an inspiring learning environment.

We offer comprehensive induction training, as well as ongoing professional development.

**What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?**
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification
- Employment Rights and Responsibilities
- Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
- Become fully adept in supporting teachers with the planning of activities, as well as creating own activity plans
- Amplify knowledge of safeguarding and emergency procedures
- Understand legislation with regard to confidentiality, data protection, and information sharing
- Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English (if required)

**Desired skills and personal qualities;**
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience

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

**Benefits;**
- Eligible for an NUS card for discounts in shops and restaurants
- Eligible for an apprenticeship oyster card, 30% off travel
- Discount on Nandos, ASOS, Vue cinema and much more
- Earn while you learn
- No debt
- Automatic rise in pay after 12 months
- Prizes and vouchers to be won (apprentice of the month)
- Secure a job with little or no experience
- Remote learning
- Paid twice a month

**Duration of programme;**

16 months

**Working Week;**

Monday to Friday, hours to be confirmed