Apprentice Teaching Assistant Luton Borough Council

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant at Lady Zia Wernher School. The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress.

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

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Closing date: 08 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,374.08

    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, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday / 8.55am – 3.25pm Wednesday 8.55am – 3.55pm Term time only + 5 training days (39 weeks paid)

    Total hours per week: 30.5

  • Expected duration

    21 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2023

  • Date posted

    02 May 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000159359

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

The post holder will gain valuable experience working with children under the direction of the teacher as part of a year group team supporting the teachers in a variety of activities throughout the school. 

As a Teaching Assistant in our school, your duties will include:

  • Following agreed lesson plans to support the teaching and learning of individual or groups of pupils, using support strategies appropriate to the needs of the pupils.
  • Contributing to the development of pupils.
  • Contributing to the planning and assessment of teaching and learning for individual pupils.
  • Working closely with Class Teachers.
  • Be a good role model, act with honesty and integrity, take part in team meetings; contribute to planning and class activities.
  • Undertaking the lunch duty in the class and Year Group you are working in.
  • Promote Fundamental British Values through spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and positive behaviours are crucial in contributing to improved pupil progress and development.

The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress.

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

Apprentice will receive the following qualifications:

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
  • Luton Adult Learning are the training provider who are a part of Luton Council
  • Training will be online and face-to-face with Luton Adult Learning. Dates and times to be confirmed once on programme

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

After completing your apprenticeship successfully, you will have some great experience and a qualification to support your next career step.

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade A*-C (4-9)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade A*-C (4-9)) Essential
Other Functional Skills English (Grade L2) Essential
Other Functional Skills maths (Grade L2) Essential

Things to consider

As this is a term-time only role, it is expected that the post holder will take annual leave during the school holidays. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Because of the nature of this post, it will be necessary for the appropriate level of criminal record disclosure to be undertaken. The role may involve lifting of children and equipment. There may also be the requirement to clear up after a pupil has been ill or had a spillage/toileting accident. Skills • Ability to work effectively as a member of a team • Ability to work on own initiative • Ability to communicate effectively with children • Able to contribute to the support and development of children • Ability to keep accurate records • Basic ICT skills • Knowledge of equality issues • Good timekeeper • Understand current statutory guidance including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Part 1, safeguarding policies and Prevent Strategy • Ability to deliver/lead small group teaching within clearly defined/planned parameters using initiative, sensitivity and understanding Personal Qualities • Professional appearance and manner • Enthusiasm and confidence when working with children • Quick and enthusiastic learner • Self-motivated • Prepared to learn new skills • Able to contribute constructively to and work effectively as a team member • Reliable • Honest • Commitment to learn and improve personal skill set

About the employer

Lady Zia Wernher is an outstanding Ofsted rated community primary special school educating children between the age of 3 and 11 years where standards of education are very high. Our core values are respect, creativity, passion and independence. Based on the Bedfordshire Hertfordshire border, we have a diverse staff and welcome applicants from all communities. Our grounds, buildings and surrounding areas offer great opportunities for creative learning. Our pupils have severe learning difficulties, or profound and multiple learning difficulties. The designation of the school means that pupils typically have complex needs and medical needs requiring a high degree or differentiation and bespoke provision. In most cases our pupils will be working within and below the national expected levels for pupils of their age. We offer small classes working with large teams of support staff and additional NHS therapists.

Employer

Luton Borough Council

Address

Lady Zia Wernher School

Ashcroft Road

Luton

LU2 9AY

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Training

Training provider

LUTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

Contact

Charlene Coles

charlene.coles@lutonacl.ac.uk

01582 490033

Apprenticeship standard

Teaching assistant

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

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

Apply now

Closing date: 08 Jun 2023