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Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship at Wath Academy Wath Academy

A fantastic opportunity as arisen to join the team at Wath Academy as a teaching assistant. The teaching assistant will carry out various duties throughout the working week and will support exceptional learning experiences that will enable young people thrive.

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Closing date: 17 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,254.44

    On successful completion of 6 months probation period , wage will rise to NMW.

    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

    Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm 37 Hours per week , Term time only.

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    20 Feb 2023

  • Date posted

    30 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000082290

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Weekly duties could include:

  • Setting up the classroom ready for lessons & clearing away afterwards to maintain a safe & clean environment.
  • Assisting Teachers in preparing the lesson, materials & school equipment
  • Recording & reporting a pupil’s progress to the Teacher
  • Helping pupils stay focused during class hours.
  • Supervising group activities & outings
  • Helping Teachers manage student behaviour.
  • Looking after students who are unwell or upset.
  • Providing an healthy & safe learning environment for students

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

  • Qualification gained will be Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship
  • All learning will take place on site in the workplace.
  • You will learn:

How pupils learn & develop

How to use technology to support learning & own role

How to work with teachers to support assessments

Knowledge of curriculum

How to keep children safe in education, safeguarding & health and safety

How to develop strategies to support & encourage pupils to move towards independent learning

Communication & teamwork

How to solve problems & motivate pupils

How to build relationships

How to add value to education

Professional standards in teaching & education

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

As well as ensuring full competency as a Teaching Assistant, this standard provides a foundation for potential progression into a number of career paths in the Educational sector including Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Assistant Teacher and Teacher.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Customer care skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Math's & English (Grade Level 2) Desired

Things to consider

You will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check for this role(paid for by the school)

About the employer

Wath Academy is a very popular 11-18 year old academy within the Maltby Learning Trust with over 1900 students on roll, including over 400 students in the Sixth Form. Wath Academy has the potential to be one of the best schools in the country and we genuinely believe it can become a beacon of education excellence.

Employer

Wath Academy

Address

Sandygate

Wath-on-Dearne

Rotherham

S63 7NW

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Training

Training provider

INDEPENDENT TRAINING AND EDUCATION CONSULTANTS LIMITED

Contact

Shirley Kay

shirley.kay@itec2016.com

07988067179

Apprenticeship standard

Teaching assistant

Level 3 (A level)

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