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Level 3 Apprentice Teaching Assistant x2 Willoughby Academy

We are seeking to recruit two Apprentice Teaching Assistants who are highly motivated, dedicated and passionate about education, to join our successful and supportive team.

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Closing date: 12 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,128.90

    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

    Working Monday to Friday, between 7:30am and 6:30pm 32.5 hours per week, 39 working weeks per year

    Total hours per week: 32.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    21 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000068165

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Support the teaching staff
  • To work under the direction of the class teacher to support child development and learning.
  • Assist the teaching staff in the delivery of class-based tasks to groups or individual students
  • Provide other support in the classroom as determined by the academy

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

  • To train for Level 3 Teaching Assistant standard and work with the Priory Apprenticeships to support coursework assignments and observations, ensuring that all deadlines are met.
  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship training can be found on the below link: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/teaching-assistant/
  • Level 1/2 Functional Skills in Maths and English (if required)
  • End-Point Assessment (EPA)
  • Teaching Assistant workshops located in Lincoln

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Willoughby Academy is a member of The Priory Federation of Academies Trust, an established and supportive MAT. Our scale allows both flexibility and creativity in terms of career development, with permanent and secondment opportunities across our academies allowing exciting career pathways. We are determined in our mission to improve the life chances of our pupils and we are equally committed to the wellbeing and development of our staff. All our support staff benefit from annual appraisals, access to CPD opportunities, our Trust Employee Benefits Programme and excellent support from our HR team.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Logical, Team working, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4 or above) Essential

About the employer

Willoughby Academy is an all needs, through Academy (2 – 19) for students with moderate, severe, profound and complex needs. We offer a highly supportive learning environment with excellent facilities. Enthusiasm combined with energy and perseverance are a prerequisite; as is the desire to be involved in all aspects of the development of an outstanding Special Academy. All Willoughby staff are dedicated and committed to delivering the best educational opportunities and outcomes for all our pupils.

Employer

Willoughby Academy

Address

Willoughby Academy

South Road

Bourne

PE10 9JD

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Training

Training provider

THE PRIORY FEDERATION OF ACADEMIES

Contact

Philippa Slack

pslack@prioryacademies.co.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Teaching assistant

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Please select 'Apply online' to begin your application. Please note CV's are not accepted.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 12 Aug 2022