Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - River View Primary and Nursery School
About the employer:
Welcome to River View Primary and Nursery School, a place where children, staff, and governors collaborate to create an inspiring and nurturing educational environment.
Our school website offers a glimpse into the vibrant life of our community, showcasing the creativity and achievements of our pupils as well as the high-quality education we provide.
Led by a dedicated Head Teacher, we are deeply committed to serving local children and their families.
Our mission is to foster academic excellence while equipping students with the confidence and values needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.
We aim to nurture each child's unique talents and inspire them with positive experiences and a sense of limitless possibilities.
Overview of role:
Working with the class teacher to support children in and out of the classroom.
The type of tasks may involve taking small groups for additional learning, setting up and clearing away activities, supervising lunches and outdoor play.
Key details:
Hours: Monday to Friday (8.15 am to 3.45pm), 32.5 hours per week Term-time only (39 weeks per year) Wage: £6.40 per hour Location: Suffolk Road, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9HR
Apprenticeship details:
Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification Duration of course: 16 months Training Provider: LMP Education (Rated No 1 Training Provider in the UK!)
All learning delivered online/ remotely alongside role.
Full Duties and Responsibilities:
Work with individual students or small groups of students in the classroom under the direct supervision of teaching staff.
Support students to understand instructions, promote independent learning, and encourage inclusion for all students.
Assist the teacher in behavior management and help keep students on task.
Support students' social and emotional well-being, reporting issues to the teacher as appropriate.
Prepare and organize the learning environment and resources, including photocopying, filing, displaying, and presenting student work and teaching materials as directed by the teacher.
Record basic student data.
Facilitate student learning through play.
Organize and supervise games and activities.
Assist in escorting students on educational visits.
Invigilate exams and tests.
Support students with eating, dressing, and hygiene needs as required, while encouraging independence.
Supervise students during transitions between lessons and when entering and leaving the school site.
Provide first aid, subject to appropriate training.
Skills & Personal Qualities:
Good organizational skills, ability to show initiative Good communication skills Good ICT skills Ability to work as part of a team Ability to reflect Ability to demonstrate patience with firmness Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children Ability to maintain confidentiality Emotional resilience in working in a range of challenging situations Willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviors that flow from the Oasis ethos
Qualifications Requirements:
GCSE or equivalent (Functional skills) English (Grade 4) essential GCSE or equivalent (Functional skills) Maths (Grade 4) essential
Next steps & Pre-employment checks:
Permitting you're eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further.
Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.
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