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Teaching Assistant Apprentice Ellison Primary Academy

An exciting apprenticeship opportunity has arisen for an apprentice to work at Ellison Primary Academy. We are seeking to recruit an individual with a good understanding of areas of learning e.g. literacy, numeracy, science, SEN or Early Years.

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Closing date: 05 Jun 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Weekly wage

    £180.38

  • Working week

    Hours are over 5 days, shifts TBC.

    Total hours per week: 35.00

  • Expected duration

    15 months

  • Possible start date

    13 Jun 2022

  • Date posted

    01 Dec 2021

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC001797726

  • Positions

    1 available

Main duties:

  • We are seeking to recruit an individual with a good understanding of areas of learning e.g. literacy, numeracy, science, SEN or Early Years
  • You will be responsible for working under the direct instruction of teaching staff, usually in the classroom
  • Provide specific support to the teacher in the care of pupils in year 3 and management of the classroom
  • Work may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area
  • Could be a possibility of a permanent position for the right person on completion of the apprenticeship programme

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

  • Good communication skills
  • Customer focused
  • Good understanding and ability to use relevant equipment/technology
  • Keyboard/computer skills
  • Ability to work constructively as part of a team
  • Ability to relate well to children and to adults
  • Organising and prioritising skills

Personal qualities

  • Friendly yet professional approach
  • Open, honest and an active listener
  • Takes responsibility and accountability
  • Committed
  • Can do attitude

Desired qualifications

  • GCSE grades A*-C/9-4 to include maths and English (or equivalent)

Future prospects

  • Completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a permanent position for the right candidate

Things to consider

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS clearance.

About the employer

We place great emphasis on children enjoying their learning experience, as well as reaching their highest possible standard of achievement.

We are a busy but friendly academy, with lots going on. 

Ellison Primary Academy offers a warm welcome to you and your child.

Enjoyment:

We place great emphasis on children enjoying their learning experience, as well as reaching the highest possible standard of achievement. It’s not just about remembering dates and facts, it’s also about igniting an interest in learning that will last a lifetime!

Dedicated Staff:

This would not be possible without our wonderful teaching and support staff. They are dedicated to making sure that your child enjoys their time here and reaches their potential.

Caring:

I am very proud indeed that our academy is a highly supportive and caring environment, where children feel safe to make mistakes, learn from those mistakes and work independently using their initiative.

Parent/Carer Partnership:

Another important part of our academy, and your child’s learning journey…is you, the parent!

We champion the link between the academy and parents and work very hard to involve you in every step of your child’s time here, thus further increasing your child’s enjoyment of learning. We hope that you will contact us and visit our amazing academy. I am confident you will find this a welcoming and supportive academy, with staff that listen, consult and actively encourage your involvement. I know that you will be impressed by the quality of education and care we can offer your child.

Employer

Ellison Primary Academy

Address

Ellison Street

Newcastle

ST5 0BL

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Training

Training provider

Newcastle-under-Lyme College & Stafford College

Applications for this apprenticeship are being processed by Newcastle-under-Lyme College & Stafford College

Contact

01782 254287 apprenticeships@nscg.ac.uk

  • Level 3 Certificate for Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools
  • Functional Skills Level 1 ICT
  • Employment Responsibilities and Rights
  • Personal Learning & Thinking Skills

Apprenticeship standard

Teaching assistant

Level 3 (A level)

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