Apprentice Learning Support Assistant Elements Primary School
A rewarding opportunity to train as a teaching assistant and to work under the direct instruction of well experienced teaching/senior staff. Supporting the children/young people of the school by providing exciting lessons so they make the best progress they can, but also providing guidance and support so they can develop.
Closing date: 23 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£10,158.72
Wages explained
Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).
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Working week
Monday - Thursday: 8.30am - 4.30pm or 9.30am - 5.30pm. Friday: 8.30am - 4.00pm or 9.30am - 5.00pm.
Total hours per week: 37
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
26 Sep 2023
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Date posted
25 Apr 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000157476
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- To work under the direct instruction of teaching/senior staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher
- To support access learning for pupils and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom
- Provide general support to staff and pupils, including preparation and routine maintenance of resources/equipment
- Attend to the pupils’ personal needs and implement related personal programmes, including social, health, physical, hygiene, first aid, and welfare matters
- To supervise and support pupils ensuring their safety and access to learning
- Establish good relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
- Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
- Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards and assist with the display of pupils' work
- Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed
- Undertake pupil record keeping as requested and other basic record keeping
- Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate
- Provide clerical/administrative support e.g. photocopying, typing, filing, collecting/recording money etc
- Gather/report information from/to parents/carers as directed.
- Support pupils in using basic ICT as directed
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard:
- The Level 3 Apprenticeship is delivered in partnership with the workplace; you will be expected to attend college 1 day a month, where you will gain knowledge and understanding of the working within the early years sector
- You will develop skills on the job where you will be supported by a workplace mentor
- An Assessor from Leeds City College will visit you on a regular basis to support your learning journey
End point assessment:
- Multiple choice exam
- Professional discussion
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
To be quailfied as an Teaching Assistant.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade Grade 9-4 / A*-C or equivalent) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Elements Primary School
https://elementsprimaryschool.co.uk/
Address
Elements Primary School
Acre Road
Leeds
LS10 4WR
Training
Training provider
LUMINATE EDUCATION GROUP
Contact
Apprenticeship Team
apprenticeships@leedscitycollege.ac.uk
01132846464
Apprenticeship standard
Teaching assistant
Level 3 (A level)
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