Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

**Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship position at Sir Thomas Boughey Academy**

The Teaching Assistant Apprentice will under the direction and guidance of the class teacher will support the teaching and learning activities in the classroom, by working with individuals or small groups of pupils/students and may be responsible for some learning activities within the overall teaching plan at Sir Thomas Boughey Academy in line with the vision and values of Windsor Academy Trust.

**Apprenticeship summary**:

- ** Wage**: £6.40 an hour, _Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds_
- **Working Week**: Monday to Friday, usually around 8.30am - 4pm across the trust (37 hours per week, Term-time only)
- **Expected duration**:16 months
- Online remote training with our talented tutors
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification
- **Work Address**: Station Road, Halmer End, Stoke-on-Trent, ST7 8AP

**Support for Pupils**
- Support provision for pupils with additional needs
- Support assessment of pupils and discuss with senior staff
- In conjunction with the teachers/SENCo/Assistant SENCo support the development and implementation of individual education health care plans
- Provide 1:1 mentoring for pupils and provide support for distressed pupils under the guidance of the SENCo/Assistant SENCo
- Under the direct guidance of senior staff implement and provide support to pupils in relation to their individual needs (e.g. daily exercise programme)
- Provide feedback to pupils and teachers in rel;ation to progress, achievement, behaviour, attendance etc.
- To contribute to raising standards by ensuring high standards as uprooted for pupils.

**Support for the Teacher**
- Support pupils’ access to learning using appropriate strategies, resources etc.
- Report back to senior staffs pupil responses in order that learning activities may be adjusted as appropriate
- Monitor and evaluate pupils’ responses and progress against action plans through observation and planned recording
- Contribute to the teacher’s recording and reporting of pupil’s achievement, progress and other matters. On request gather evidence.
- Assist on keeping records and evidence learning as agreed with support from senior staff
- Assist in maintaining classroom discipline through the implementation of the schools behaviour management strategies
- Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers and exchange information through consultation with SENCo/Assistant SENCo
- Coordinate and organise pupils attending extra-curricular activities/work experience or other out of school activities under guidance of SENCo/teacher

**Support for the Curriculum**
- To provide support in literacy/numeracy/SEN strategies
- Assist with providing access arrangements for pupils taking internal and external tests and exams
- Be aware of the need for different teaching and learning approaches that support pupil’s access to learning.

**General**
- Contribute to the overall ethos/aims of the academy.
- Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required.
- Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
- The post holder is required to be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person.
- The postholder has a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults during the course of their work. This post requires the post holder to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

**Specific Requirements**:

- Experience of working with children of a relevant age within a learning environment
- Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
- Knowledge and compliance of school policies and procedures
- Good numeracy and literacy skills
- Ability to communicate clearly
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to relate well to children
- Ability to use basic ICT including computer, audio/video equipment and photocopier
- Displays sensitivity to pupils/students
- Maintains confidentiality
- Ability to identify own training needs and willingness to participate in training and development opportunities
- Comply with Trust’s commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children

**What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?**

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification

**What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?