Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Stoke Damerel Primary School
Stoke Damerel Primary School is a vibrant, friendly, widely diverse and inclusive school located at the heart of Plymouth. We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed Teaching Assistant apprentice. The ideal candidate will be hard working, resilient, friendly and outgoing. They will have a passion for supporting young children’s learning.
Closing date: 11 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£8,236.80
30 hours per week, term time contract, working 39 weeks per year.
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 to Friday ,working between 8.00am - 4.30pm, exact hours to be discussed at interview.
Total hours per week: 30.0
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Expected duration
15 Months
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Possible start date
04 Sep 2023
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Date posted
04 May 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000160859
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Stoke Damerel Primary is a vibrant, friendly, widely diverse and inclusive school located in Plymouth and is part of Reach South Academy Trust, a growing Multi Academy Trust in the South West.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Teaching Assistant apprentice to join our team working across the school. 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:
- Assist in getting the classroom ready for lessons and clearing away afterwards so as to maintain a safe and clean environment
- Assisting teachers in preparing the lesson materials and school equipment
- Recording and reporting a pupil’s progress to the teacher
- Helping pupils stay focused during class hours
- Supervising group activities, sports events and school outings
- Helping teachers manage student behaviour
- Looking after children who are unwell or upset
- Providing a healthy and safe learning environment for children
- 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 & 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 either within Stoke Damerel Primary or at other schools within Reach South Academy Trust
- The Trust operates 10 other schools in Plymouth and opportunties are available for the right individual
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Math (Grade 4-9 (A-C)) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
Stoke Damerel Primary School
Address
Stoke Damerel Primary School
Collingwood Road
Plymouth
PL1 5PA
Training
Training provider
PLYMOUTH ARGYLE FOOTBALL IN THE COMMUNITY TRUST
Apprenticeship standard
Teaching assistant
Level 3 (A level)
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