Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship bei LMP Group

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Spa Education Trust

Spa Education are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to work under the guidance of the Class Teacher in the performance of all general duties associated with assisting pupils within the classroom setting. This will include helping with supervision of academic work such as reading, writing and number work, telling stories, assisting with craftwork, general cleaning up and practical classroom organisation.

Apprenticeship Overview:

• Salary: £7.55 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds
• Working Week: Monday 8:30am till 4:45pm, Tuesday to Friday 8:30am till 3:45pm with a 45-minute lunch break
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Duration: 18 months
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification
• Online training supported by our dedicated tutor
• Location: Monnow Road, London, SE1 5RN
• Website: Spa School Bermondsey
• September Start!!

Duties: 

• Contribute to the overall vision and values of the school.
• To work cooperatively as a part of a team for the benefit of the pupils in the class.
• Participate in the school’s induction programme and other learning activities and performance development, as required.
• Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
• To be fully aware and understand the duties and responsibilities outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education in relation to child protection and safeguarding children and young people.
• To be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding.
• Supervise and support pupils, ensuring their safety.
• Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to safeguarding, health, safety and security of pupils, confidentiality and data protection. Reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
• Encourage pupils to act independently where appropriate.
• Support any pupils’ personal care needs.
• Lunchtime supervision. Prepare equipment and resources as directed by the Class Teacher and assist pupils in their use.
• Supporting pupils in using basic ICT and technology, as directed.

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

The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification.

Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program. Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary. 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. 

Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

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