Annual wage £10,816.00 Wages explained Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Minimum Wage Rates Working week Monday - Friday 8.30am - 3.30pm (Term time only - 39 weeks per year). Total hours per week: 32.5 Expected duration 21 Months Possible start date 10 Jun 2024 Date posted 16 Jan 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000221052 Positions 5 available What you will do in your working day Candidates will need to be flexible and motivated, willing to participate in all areas of school life, be committed to working as part of an enthusiastic team, have high expectations for themselves and be willing to undertake additional training Additional essential criteria include being reliable, being creative and hard working As a Learning Support Assistant Apprentice, you will have the opportunity to work closely with children and teachers in helping them achieve success Working under the overall supervision of the Senior Learning Support Assistant, you will assist and support teaching and learning, working with individuals or groups and assist in providing for general care, safety, and welfare of pupils Contribute to the school’s statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children The training you will be getting You will be working towards a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. You may also need to work towards Level 2 Maths and English functional skills if not exempt. What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Possible full time employment. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired Things to consider De Aston School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spend reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form. All posts are also subject to medical and reference checks. All pre-employment checks are in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.