Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Holy Family School are looking to appoint 2 enthusiastic, caring and hard-working teaching assistant apprentices to join our team (KS1 or KS2). We would like our applicant to be someone who appreciates, values and actively supports the catholic ethos of our school and are committed to providing the best educational opportunities for all children.

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Closing date: 30 Sep 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £8,923.20

    £5.28 per hour, 16-18 years old £5.28 per hour, 19 years old for the first 12 months then the national minimum wage £7.49 (18 – 20 years), £10.18 (21-22 years) or £10.42 (23 and over)

    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

    32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 non pupil days)

    Total hours per week: 32.5

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Jul 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000182967

  • Positions

    2 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • Establish positive relationships with pupils 
  • Support pupils with literacy and numeracy skills 
  • Support the use of ICT in the classroom and develop pupils’ competence and independence in its use
  • Promote positive pupil behaviour in line with school policies and help keep pupils on task
  • Interact with, and support pupils, according to individual needs and skills
  • Promote the inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs within the classroom ensuring access to lessons and their content through appropriate clarification, explanation and resources 
  • Participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback to the teacher on pupil progress and behaviour
  • Assist with the development and implementation of IEP/EHCPs
  • To assist with escorting pupils on educational visits
  • Attend relevant training and take responsibility for own development
  • To respect confidentiality at all times

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

You will be working alongside experienced colleagues and upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, will obtain the teaching assistant standard level 3 qualification. Functional skills if required.

32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm, 39 weeks per year (term time plus 5 non pupil days) (includes training)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

The possibility of full-time employment as an LSA within the school or trust.

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, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4/C) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Desired

About the employer

Holy Family School is a voluntary aided roman catholic school, opened by the sisters of mercy in 1965. It is situated in Kents Hill Road, South Benfleet, a suburban area of S.E. Essex and backs onto an area of extensive countryside.

Employer

Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Address

Kents Hill Road

South Benfleet

Benfleet

SS7 5PX

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Training

Training provider

CREATIVE SPORT & LEISURE LTD

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: 30 Sep 2023