Apprentice Teaching Assistant William Bellamy School

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who can also support children with continence needs. This will include changing nappies and supporting children to gain confidence to develop their toileting skills. This is an excellent opportunity for a smart, ambitious and self-motivated individual to join a friendly environment.

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,480.00

    £240.00 pw; £8.00 ph; salary equivalent £12,480.00.

  • Working week

    8.30am to 3.30pm (1 hour lunch) term time only (4 days) 1 day college, fixed term contract 30 hours per week.

    Total hours per week: 30.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    14 Jan 2024

  • Date posted

    15 Nov 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000212286

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Main Tasks:

Classroom Preparation:

  • Set out learning resources in line with the preparation requirements provided, normally by the teacher
  • Check the availability and location of safety equipment in the learning environment
  • Report shortages of learning materials to the teacher
  • Encourage pupils to return materials to the appropriate place after use and to dispose of wastes in a safe and tidy manner
  • Check the condition of learning resources and materials after use
  • Bring any damage or losses to learning resources and materials to the attention of the teacher as soon as practicable
  • To put up displays of children’s work

Classroom Records:

  • Complete basic records accurately and legibly with the details specified by the teacher (e.g. word check, colour check, checking spelling tests, complete basic reading records, IEP targets)
  • Comply with the school requirements for storage and security of pupil records at all times
  • Make sure that information for the school office is collected, collated and passed on as promptly as possible
  • Maintain confidentiality according to organisational and legal requirements

Working with pupils:

  • Provide the pupil with the level and type of individual attention specified by the teacher

Work to build a good relationship with the pupil:

  • Encourage the pupil to take responsibility for his/her own behaviour and to act independently
  • Interact with the pupil in a manner appropriate to the pupil’s communication and interaction skills
  • Provide comfort and immediate care for minor accidents, upsets and ailments and report serious problems to the relevant people.
  • Recognise uncharacteristic behaviour patterns in the pupil and report these promptly to the relevant people
  • Encourage and reinforce positive interactions between pupils.
  • Consistently demonstrate respect for the rights of others in interactions with pupils and other adults
  • Respond to conflict situations and incidents of anti-social behaviour in line with school policies and within the scope of responsibilities of role
  • Support children with continence needs
  • Support children to gain confidence and independence with their own personal care

The training you will be getting

  • Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
  • Weekly day release at the Rush Green Campus

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • You will be a qualified Teaching Assistant at the end of the apprenticeship

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English and Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4) Essential
NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Teaching Assistant (Grade Pass) Desired

Things to consider

Previous applicants need not apply. Tasks of Apprenticeship (continued) Main Tasks: Classroom Preparation • Set out learning resources in line with the preparation requirements provided, normally by the teacher. • Check the availability and location of safety equipment in the learning environment. • Report shortages of learning materials to the teacher. • Encourage pupils to return materials to the appropriate place after use and to dispose of wastes in a safe and tidy manner. • Check the condition of learning resources and materials after use. • Bring any damage or losses to learning resources and materials to the attention of the teacher as soon as practicable. • To put up displays of children’s work. Classroom Records • Complete basic records accurately and legibly with the details specified by the teacher (e.g. word check, colour check, checking spelling tests, complete basic reading records, IEP targets). • Comply with the school requirements for storage and security of pupil records at all times. • Make sure that information for the school office is collected, collated and passed on as promptly as possible. • Maintain confidentiality according to organisational and legal requirements. Working with pupils • Provide the pupil with the level and type of individual attention specified by the teacher. Work to build a good relationship with the pupil. • Encourage the pupil to take responsibility for his/her own behaviour and to act independently. • Interact with the pupil in a manner appropriate to the pupil’s communication and interaction skills. • Provide comfort and immediate care for minor accidents, upsets and ailments and report serious problems to the relevant people. • Recognise uncharacteristic behaviour patterns in the pupil and report these promptly to the relevant people. • Encourage and reinforce positive interactions between pupils. • Consistently demonstrate respect for the rights of others in interactions with pupils and other adults. • Respond to conflict situations and incidents of anti-social behaviour in line with school policies and within the scope of responsibilities of role. • Support children with continence needs. • Support children to gain confidence and independence with their own personal care. Support for Colleagues • Provide consistent and effective support for colleagues in line with the requirements and responsibilities of the role. • Communicate openly and honestly with colleagues. • Keep colleagues informed about aspects of work and schedule which may affect the support that can be offered to them. Personal Development • Maintain an up to date understanding of the requirements of the role and responsibilities. • Undertake appraisal/performance review. • Undertake agreed development actions conscientiously and within the required timescale. • Make effective use of the development support available. Health and Safety • Follow health and safety regulations and guidelines when attending to pupils’ hygiene, health and medical needs. • Promptly report any problems in maintaining standards of health and hygiene to the teacher. • Promptly report signs of health problems to the teacher. Equalities and Diversity • Ensure that services are delivered in accordance with the good equalities and diversity practice. • Ensure that equalities and diversity is mainstreamed in your area of work. The above list is not exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to undertake any other duties as are reasonably commensurate with the grade of the post. All annual leave must be taken in accordance with contract (non negotiable). We are a two-sited school

About the employer

Values and Ethos Our Vision, Learning together, achieving together, belonging together. Our Vision Statement At Valence Primary School, every child matters. We aim to create a happy, healthy, safe and secure learning environment. We encourage all children to become independent, lifelong learners and achieve their full potential. We positively promote caring attitudes, respect and responsibility towards each other, the environment and the wider community. Aims At Valence Primary we aim to create a school where praise is central to our aims.

Employer

William Bellamy School

Address

St. Georges Road

Dagenham

RM9 5JB

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Training

Training provider

BARKING AND DAGENHAM COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Lynn Parsonage

lynn.parsonage@bdc.ac.uk

Apprenticeship standard

Teaching assistant

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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