Learning Support Practitioner Apprenticeship

We are seeking an Apprentice Learning Support Practitioner to join our SEND team at Newcastle Academy in the North Staffs & Stoke Learning Community. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience whilst working towards a level 3 teaching assistant qualification (SEN Pathway).

Working week: School hours are 08:30-15:30. Schedule to be confirmed at interview. 37 hours per week total.

Wage: £8.00 per hour (Wage rises to National Minimum Wage after 12 months if over 19 years old.)

Qualification: Teaching Assistant level 3 (SEN Pathway)

Duration: 16 Months

Training Provider: LMP Education

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with individuals or small groups of pupils/students within the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff.
• Work with individual pupils/students with special educational needs and/or with pupils/students for whom English is not their first language.
• Implement planned learning activities/teaching programmes as agreed with the class teacher, adjusting activities to pupils/students responses as appropriate.
• Support pupils/students with behavioural, emotional and social development needs under the direction/guidance of the class teacher.
• Assist pupils/students with eating, dressing and hygiene, as required.
• Maintain pupils interests and motivation.
• Support individuals and group work assigned by the class teacher in raising core skills.
• Support in the development of individual development plans.

Support for the Teacher/Academy:

• Provide support for learning activities by contributing to the planning and evaluation of learning activities.
• Support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the class teacher.
• Support the class teacher in monitoring, assessing and recording pupil/student progress/activities.
• Select, prepare and clear away classroom materials and learning areas ensuring they are available for use.
• Accompany staff and supervise pupils/students on visits and trips as required.
• Monitor pupils responses to learning activities and record achievement/progress as directed.
• Provide regular feedback to the class teachers on pupil achievement, progress and problems.
• Share information about pupils/students with other staff, parents/carers, internal and external agencies as appropriate.

General:

• Contribute to the overall ethos/aims of the school.
• Participate in training, other learning activities and performance development as required.
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
• Comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, equal opportunities, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and vulnerable adults during the course of their work.
• This post requires the post holder to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Able to communicate clearly.
• Able to work as part of a team.
• Strong empathy and understanding when working with children and parents who are experiencing difficulties.
• Able to relate well to students of all ages/abilities.
• Able to use basic ICT including computer, audio/video equipment.
• Experience in designing, differentiating, or adapting curriculum resources to support diverse learning needs and SEND profiles.

Education and Qualifications:

• Maths and English at GCSE level or functional skills equivalent.

Employer website: https://www.newcastleacademy.org.uk/