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Teaching Assistant Apprentice SEN Pilgrim Primary Academy

Pilgrim Primary Academy situated in Plymouth City Centre, are looking to take on two Teaching Assistant Apprentice's to work with high need students. There are looking for two outgoing apprentices with an interest in SEND pupils and wellbeing. This vacancy is being managed by Plymouth Argyle Community Trust.

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Closing date: 19 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,623.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday working between 8.00am - 4.30pm, with exact hours to be discussed at interview.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    06 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    07 Nov 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000104349

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Pilgrim Primary Academy is a vibrant, friendly, widely diverse and inclusive school located at the heart of Plymouth city centre. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant apprentice to join our Early Years team working within our Early Years Foundation Stage.

The ideal candidate will be hard working, resilient, friendly and outgoing. They will have a passion for supporting young children’s learning and development and enjoy working as part of a team.

You Should:

  • Be able to display effective communication skills with both children and adults
  • Be eager to work collaboratively in a wider team, adaptable and open to new ideas and practices
  • Be a fast and highly flexible thinker, being able to deal with change and unpredictability positively with a ‘can-do’ attitude
  • An interest in SEND pupils and pupil wellbeing would be advantageous

We can offer you:

  • An extended, supportive team which promotes the development and well-being of everyone in our school community
  • Friendly and enthusiastic children who are actively involved in shaping the development of our school
  • A caring and friendly atmosphere where everyone’s contribution is valued
  • The chance to be imaginative, take risks in learning and be innovative whilst raising attainment

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

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

  • Behaviours, Skills and Knowledge
  • Functional Skills in maths and English at level 2 (if not already exempt through prior qualifications)
  • 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.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There may be the potential for 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, 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

This role will be working in and around the SEN Provision for the school. Nurture, Provision and working with high need pupils. Small ratio and classes.

About the employer

Pilgrim is a friendly, caring and welcoming place, with children's learning, happiness and well-being at the heart of all we do. We understand that children will only get the best education when there are strong and respectful relationships between both pupils, staff, parents and the wider community. We are very proud of the positive relationships that exist at Pilgrim. We want the pupils in our school to receive a broad range of experiences alongside a high-quality academic education, being inquisitive and active learners with a strong set of moral values. The skills and values of collaboration, respect, ambition, endeavour, responsibility and thoughtfulness are woven through our curriculum and are central to our ethos. Our aim is to develop confident young people who have high aspiration, a clear sense of themselves as learners and citizens, and who can contribute positively to their futures and those of others.

Employer

Pilgrim Primary Academy

Address

Oxford Street

Plymouth

PL1 5BQ

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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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