Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

5 months ago

Cranleigh, United Kingdom LMP Group Full time

**Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - St Josephs Specialist Trust**

**About the Host (Placement)**

St Joseph’s Specialist Trust is an independent non-maintained specialist school and college, registered children’s home with two local adult supported living houses nearby. The St Joseph’s community consists of approximately seventy five students at the school and college, eleven tenants resident at the Supported Living Houses who are supported by almost 270 staff.

We cater for young people aged 5 - 19 with complex and severe learning difficulties, many of whom are on the Autistic Spectrum, and other associated difficulties. Our provision uses an embedded therapies approach and focuses on access to the community for all, irrespective of their challenges. We are a Catholic provision with Christian principles at our core; welcoming students and staff of all faiths and of
none. St Joseph’s 22 acre site is situated on the outskirts of Cranleigh in the Surrey Hills between Guildford and
Horsham.

**About the role**

Key details:

- ** Hours**: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.15pm
- **Wage**: £6.40 per hour
- **Location**: Amlets Lane, Cranleigh, Surrey, GU6 7DH
- **Apprenticeship Standard**: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
- **Duration**: 18 months

Overview of the role:
A Teaching Assistant at St Joseph’s is very different from a mainstream TA position. During the school week, you will be supporting students, age 5-19, with severe social communication difficulties, complex learning disabilities and often challenging behaviours to access therapy based education. With your compassion and guidance, you will help our students learn and achieve the greatest possible level of independence relative to their complex needs and help prepare them for life beyond school or college.

Key Responsibilities:
**Policy and Leadership**
- Review work practice policies, particularly those on Work Related Activities (WRA).
- Assist in assessing students using school curriculum and national curriculum requirements, including OCR Life and Living Skills.
- To have a good working knowledge and understanding of all school policies
- To ensure all policies are vigorously adhered to in practice

**Management of Teaching and Learning**
- Support teachers in meeting school policy and national curriculum requirements.
- Aid teachers in implementing management strategies for effective teaching and learning environments.

**Management of Students**
- Support students in structured work across all curriculum areas.
- Prepare differentiated work, especially WRA, including off-site activities like shopping, leisure center visits, and work experience placements.
- Foster teamwork and positive attitudes among students through shared ideas and experiences.

**Management of Financial and Physical Resources**
- Assist in classroom organization to promote student independence and responsibility.
- Demonstrate physical and mental resilience to navigate the school's 23-acre site and support students in various activities.
- Supervise students in various settings, including movement around the school, toileting, changing rooms, play areas, and dining rooms.
- Monitor group work involving potentially hazardous equipment.

**Evaluation and Quality**
- Monitor student work to inform planning processes and meet individual needs.
- Maintain records of student progress and report achievements in accordance with school policy.
- Participate in the appraisal process and attend staff meetings, open evenings, and consultation events.
- Respond to teacher requests for assistance, including photocopying, making worksheets, and dealing with parents regarding various issues.

Apprenticeship Summary:

- You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 18 months
- Training provider: LMP Group
- All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release
- An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

- Good communication and listening skills
- Have the ability to work as a member of a team to help provide a happy, stimulating environment where students enjoy their learning
- Organising and prioritising work
- Working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines
- Confident and self motivated
- Good interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Attention to detail
- Maintain a positive and flexible attitude
- Able to work on own initiative

Qualifications Required:

- GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential
- GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential

Knowledges and Experiences Required:

- Experience working in a school environment is essential
- Experience working with students who have SEN, particularly ASD is preferred

**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

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