Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Introduction

Support teaching and learning across the school whilst working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. The apprentice will work alongside experienced staff to help pupils across the curriculum, develop confidence and achieve their individual learning goals.

What You’ll Do

• Provide in‑class support to pupils, both individually and in small groups.
• Assist pupils with a range of abilities, including those with special educational needs (SEN).
• Encourage positive behaviour in line with the school’s behaviour policy.
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, engagement and independence.
• Support teaching staff.
• Assist with the preparation of learning resources and classroom materials.
• Support the delivery of lessons and structured learning activities.
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress and any concerns.
• Contribute to maintaining an organised and effective learning environment.
• Support basic classroom displays and record keeping.
• Assist with displays and preparation of learning materials.
• Support the school.
• Supervise pupils during breaktimes, lunchtimes or educational visits where required.
• Support whole‑school activities and events as appropriate.
• Uphold the values and ethos of Hurworth School.
• Ensure compliance with all Academy/Trust policies and procedures and awareness of obligations under these.
• Behave according to the Trust Code of Conduct and awareness of responsibilities re: conflicts of interest, gifts, hospitality and other matters covered by the Code.
• Report incidents, accidents or hazards and take a pro‑active approach to health and safety matters to protect yourself and others, in accordance with health and safety policies, organisational statements and procedures.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children/students for whom you have responsibility.
• This post is deemed to be a ‘Customer Facing’ role in line with the definition of the Code of Practice on the English language requirement for public sector workers.
• This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure; the successful applicant will be subject to relevant vetting checks before an offer of appointment is confirmed, and rechecking as required.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Initiative
• Timekeeping
• Flexible
• Approachable
• Enthusiastic

Qualifications

Essential: GCSE Maths and English – 4/CAA.

Course information: Course: Teaching assistant (Level 3); Level: 3; Route: Education and early years; Apprenticeship level: Advanced.

Working Arrangements

Working week: Monday–Thursday, 8:30am to 4:30pm and Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm. Total hours per week: 37. Expected duration: 1 year 6 months. Number of positions available: 2. Training provider: DARLINGTON COLLEGE.