We are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual to join Ark Tindal Academy as a Teaching Assistant Apprentice. You will gain many new skills to help you develop throughout the apprenticeship.
What You'll Do
During your time as a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will be part of a team delivering highly effective teaching and learning to ensure pupils achieve the excellent academic results of which they are capable. You will be a role‑model both in the Academy and for the community, having impact in school and beyond.
- Support all vulnerable children and act as Key Worker to pupils with Special Educational Needs
- Work with pupils on an individual and/or small group basis, in and out of lessons
- Plan and implement strategies to ensure pupils with SEN are able to access the curriculum
- Develop resources for pupils with SEN
- Support staff members in creating an effective and safe learning environment, by following risk assessments, personal evacuation plans and school policy and procedure
- Work with teachers to assess the needs of individual children, implement Education, Health and Care Plans, School Support Provision Plans, Individual Learning Plans, Pupil Passports and Individual Behaviour Plans and monitor their use and effectiveness
- Follow advice given by professionals to tailor the curriculum to meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs
- Deliver language programmes, as advised by Speech and Language Therapists, to enhance early language and communication skills
- Provide structured daily opportunities for turn taking, use of objects of reference and task analysis to ensure tasks are broken down and there is opportunity for over learning
- Support pupils with Special Education Needs with self‑help skills and toileting
- Ensure the safety of pupils who, due to Special Educational Needs, may lack an awareness of danger
- Support pupils on an individual and/or small group basis at break and lunchtimes, both when eating and in the playground with appropriate activities
Training Outcome
Completed level 3 qualification and potentially a permanent role.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Desired – GCSE – English – 4 or above (Level 2)
- Desired – GCSE – Maths – 4 or above (Level 2)
Course Information
Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Education and early years
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday to Thursday, 8.00am – 3.45pm and Friday, 8.00am - 3.30pm (term time only).
Expected Duration: 1 Year 4 Months
Training Provider
LET ME PLAY LIMITED
Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship - Ark Tindal employer: Ark Schools
ARK SCHOOLS is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its staff, offering competitive salaries above the main pay scale and extensive training opportunities. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and a vibrant work culture, employees are encouraged to inspire students through engaging lessons in a supportive environment. This role not only allows for personal fulfilment but also contributes to a meaningful educational experience for students.
