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Teaching Assistant Apprentice Victoria Road Primary & Nursery School

An exciting opportunity to work in our EYFS team at Victoria Road Primary School. You would be welcomed into a thriving school where our key values such as respect, care, kindness, learning and togetherness ensure all learners succeed. This Vacancy is managed by Plymouth Argyle Community Trust.

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Closing date: 22 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60

    Pro Rata

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Hours between 8.30am - 4pm Monday to Friday term time. Exact hours to be confimred at interview.

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    05 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    30 Jun 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000060916

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Developing a passion for learning within a caring community is the heart of our Foundation vision. Speech, language and communication form a key part of our Foundation and Key Stage 1 offer. Child initiated play set within our education provision links our curriculum offer.

The school has strong links with the local community.

  • To work in EYFS to provide close supervision for 1:1 and small group work
  • Undertake agreed activities
  • Prepare resources
  • Support class teacher lead and work with the EYFS team to ensure needs of all the children are being addressed
  • A willingness to share ideas and contribute to the development of the whole school
  • Willingness to support or lead a group/club at lunchtime or after school

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

At the end of your apprenticeship you will have achieved a nationally recognised qualification and gained valuable work experience that could provide a range of openings for your chosen career.

Over the 15-18-month Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship standard, you will work towards the following:

Behaviours, Skills, and Knowledge
Level 1/2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
You will have regular visits at the workplace from a designated assessor to observe your progress and competence in the role you are carrying out.

Training days will take place at Plymouth Arygle. 

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There may be the potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, for the right candidate.

 
 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4-9 (A-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Math (Grade 4-9 (A-C)) Essential

Things to consider

Desired skills Good communication skills with adults and children Ability to work as part of a team, experience of working with children Personal qualities Willing and able to take on new ideas and initiatives Enjoys working as a team Personable and professional Able to use initiative Ability to plan effectively, to assess pupil progress and keep effective records Enthusiastic and flexible Can develop effective relationships with children and is sympathetic to the individuals needs of children depending upon their circumstance or additional needs

About the employer

Victoria Road Primary & Nursery Schools Vision and Values Every child should feel valued, safe and happy in our school (Belong) Every child learns best when the curriculum is fun, engaging and creative (Enjoy) Every child should be encouraged to develop their full potential (Aim high) Every child should be taught to be aware of the feelings, wishes and rights of others (Respect) We aim to achieve this by working as a team-staff, parents/carers, governors and the local community to: Create a safe and nurturing environment where emotional well-being is supported Promote high standards of behaviour and an environment where everyone is valued as individuals Have a broad and balanced curriculum that is fun, hands on, creative and which is personalised to the children's needs Have high quality teaching which inspires, motivates and engages all children and which develops a lifelong love of learning Celebrate effort and produces confident pupils who are prepared to take risks and aim high Focus on developing, caring individuals who have mutual respect for others and who will grow up to be caring and responsible citizens

Employer

Victoria Road Primary & Nursery School

Address

Victoria Road Primary & Nursery School

Trelawney Avenue

Plymouth

PL5 1RH

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Training

Training provider

PLYMOUTH ARGYLE FOOTBALL IN THE COMMUNITY TRUST

Apprenticeship standard

Teaching assistant

Level 3 (A level)

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