Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship HOLYWELL SCHOOL LTD
Are you looking for a career as a Teaching Assistant? Holywell School in Cranfield, Bedfordshire would like you to join their team as an apprentice. You will be working alongside teachers and pupils who have special educational needs, running intervention groups to support pupils’ learning and progress and much more.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 01 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£8,237.00
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Working week
Monday to Thursday 8.45am to 3.45pm daily (1hr lunch) Friday attend college
Total hours per week: 30
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Expected duration
18 Months
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Possible start date
09 Oct 2023
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Date posted
12 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000198010
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Positions
2 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Holywell School is a 9-13 Middle School with 720 students in Cranfield, Bedfordshire. They aim to continue the historic tradition of Church of England Schools and have a loving, supportive community with high aspirations for all. They promote inclusion, are welcoming of all faiths (and people of no faith) and value each individual. They will transition to Secondary Status in September 2025. The main part of the role will be to support classroom teachers, to enhance the learning of pupils with Special Educational Needs. You will be committed to the education and development of young people at Holywell School as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and carry out duties with due regard to the School Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Guidelines and Equal Opportunities requirements and, to develop an understanding of the specific needs of the pupil(s) concerned, drawing on knowledge of various forms of special needs. You will learn how to aid the pupil(s) to learn as effectively as possible both in group situations and alone own, for example: Clarifying and explaining instructions, ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided, motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) by assisting in areas of weakness e.g. behaviour, language, spelling, reading, handwriting and presentation, helping pupils to concentrate on and finish work set, meeting physical and emotional needs as required whilst encouraging independence. As well as this you will be liaising with teachers, SENDCo, Assistant SENDCo and EAL Co-ordinator to devise complementary learning activities and developing appropriate resources to support the pupil(s) assisting in writing and delivery of Student Profiles and establish a supportive relationship with the pupil(s). You will be helping to develop methods of promoting and reinforcing the pupils' self-esteem and run intervention groups to support pupils’ learning and progress. You will also be supporting the Teacher(s) You will assist the teacher(s) and other professionals as appropriate, in the development of a suitable programme of support (Student Profiles) for the pupil(s) with special needs. and be aware of the modifications required for the lessons and the resources required. Provide regular feedback about the pupil to the teacher and maintain a record of the pupils' progress. and assist with the differentiation of work and advise on strategies which will help to achieve the targets on the student profiles and to participate in the evaluation of the support programme. You will be supporting the school to develop a knowledge and understanding of the statutory requirements and regulations of the National Curriculum and the SEND Code of Practice and contribute to the reviews of the pupils' progress and attend Annual Review Meetings and, attend relevant in-service training. You will liaise, advise and consult with the other members of the pupils' support team, when asked to do so. Where appropriate you will develop a relationship to foster links between home and school and follow school procedures and practice to protect confidentiality in dealing with pupils and families. And undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibility as may be required from time to time.
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
You will gain the following qualifications:
• Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Functional Skills in English and maths (if required)
During this apprenticeship you will study a range of topics, including:
• Understanding how pupils learn, working with teachers,
• Working with teachers to understand and support assessment for learning,
• Developing strategies for support
• Communication and team work
• Use of technology
• Adding value to education
• Promoting Equality and Diversity and inclusion
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
A few of Holywell's Teaching Assistants have successfully gone on to do teacher training on completion of your apprenticeship.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent maths (Grade 9 - 3 (A* to D)) Desired
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
HOLYWELL SCHOOL LTD
Address
Holywell School
Red Lion Close
MK43 0JA
Training
Training provider
BEDFORD COLLEGE
Apprenticeship standard
Teaching assistant
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
Please click on the link below to apply
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 01 Oct 2023