The work involves supporting children individually, in groups or as a whole class in schools and nurseries. As a TA you'll engage with pupils across a range of abilities and undertake duties that support the teacher, such as preparing the classroom.
Salary will be discussed further at Interview
Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday, with a day release to attend college. Exact working hours to be agreed between the apprentice and their manager.
30 hours a week
Monday 15 September
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
The duties will depend on your experience and training. Generally, you'll need to:
* Deliver tailored teaching activities to pupils on either a one-to-one basis or in small groups
* Make sure that the pupils you support are able to engage in learning and stay on task during the lesson or activity
* Support the social and emotional development of pupils, reporting any issues when required
* Support the teacher in managing challenging pupil behaviour and promoting positive behaviour
* Listen to pupils read and read to pupils as a class, group or one-to-one
* Guide and monitor pupil progress
* Help with the planning of some lessons
* Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils' progress
* Carry out administrative duties, such as preparing classroom resources
* Look after pupils who have had accidents, need help dressing or are upset
* Create art displays of pupils' artwork
* Provide support outside of your normal classes, such as helping during exams, covering TA absences or going on school trips
* Help with extracurricular activity such as breakfast and after-school clubs, homework club, revision sessions or lunchtime duties
* Supervise other support staff
* Coordinate specific areas of teaching support once you have the right level of experience
Where you’ll work
Station Road
Kingswood
Bristol
BS15 4PQ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
The apprentice will attend the Filton Campus of SGS College, one day a week, during term time to complete their learning.
Requirements
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4 and above)
GCSE in:
* Maths (grade 4 and above)
Skills
* Customer care skills
* Creative
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Physical fitness
Other requirements
You will need to pass an enhanced background check (DBS). https://www.gov.uk/criminal-record-checks-apply-role
About this company
Kings' Forest Primary School in Bristol is a vibrant and successful primary school located in Kingswood, South Gloucestershire. It serves children aged 3 to 11 and is known for its high expectations and supportive environment where every child is encouraged to excel academically, personally, and socially. The school emphasises creative and engaging teaching, strong parental involvement, and a positive learning culture that fosters respect and enthusiasm among pupils.The school is part of The Leaf Trust, a multi-academy trust established in July 2023. The Trust is headquartered at Kings' Forest Primary School and includes 14 academies
After this apprenticeship
As well as ensuring full competency as a Teaching Assistant, this standard provides a foundation for potential progression into a number of career paths in the Educational sector including Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Assistant Teacher and Teacher.
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