Plumpton Primary School are looking to recruit a teaching assistant apprentice to join their team this September! Plumpton Primary is a small village school nestled in the Eden Valley, situated on the A6 between Penrith and Carlisle. The main purpose of this job is to complement the professional work of teachers by supporting learning activities in line with Plumpton School policies and guidance. This may involve supporting learning activities for individuals/groups or for whole classes. It will involve supporting assessment, recording and reporting on achievements, behaviour for learning, progress and development. Key responsibilities Learn skills to be a teaching assistant. Develop good relationships with all of the children (ranging from 3 years to 11 years). Be confident communicating with parents/carers. Work with groups or individuals following the teachers planning/direction. Supervise small groups indoors and outdoors. Make observations and assessments of the children and feedback to the class teacher. To be a reliable member of the team. Help to make a stimulating environment for the children indoors and outdoors, for example, with guidance setting up role play areas and making displays. Support children at lunchtimes including encouraging good table manners and healthy eating. Have a professional attitude to all work and other members of staff. Be willing to support children with personal care Eg. toileting. Qualifications Skills and experience Drive own development by actively participating in mentor sessions. Reliable, punctual and good team player. Confident and professional. Aware of the need for confidentiality and safeguarding procedures. GCSE English and Maths Grade C/4 (or above). Closing date for this vacancy is 16/06/25 at 12noon. Interviews to be held on Wednesday 18/06/25 at Plumpton School. Any queries regarding the vacancy please contact [email protected] or 01768 894247. Benefits