About the apprenticeship
Duties
As a teaching assistant apprentice, you will support teachers and help children within the Reception department at St Mary's Catholic Primary School.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Support for the Pupils
Supervise and provide support for pupils, including those with special needs, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities
Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes
Establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
Encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher
Set challenging and demanding expectations and promote self-esteem and independence
Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher
Support for the Teachers
Create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils’ work
Use strategies, in liaison with the teacher, to support pupils to achieve learning goals
Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed
Provide detailed and regular feedback to teachers on pupils achievement, progress, problems etc.
Additional information
Support for the School
Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school
Appreciate and support the role of other professionals
Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required
Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and at lunchtime
Accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher
Essential Criteria:
Experience working with children or young people (in a school, nursery, club, or similar setting).
Understanding of child development and learning.
Basic knowledge of the school curriculum (EYFS, KS1, KS2, etc., depending on the role).
Awareness of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to follow teacher instructions and work independently.
A genuine passion for working with children and helping them succeed.
Commitment to inclusion and equality.
Requirements
Qualifications
Minimum A*-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and MathsDesirable Criteria:
Any previous experience working with children
Any previous experience with special educational needs (SEN)
Strong Welsh, English & Mathematics
Communicational skills relevant to both children and adults
Competent skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT
Ability to self-manage and organise own time
Personal qualities
Reliable
Smart appearance
Professional attitude
A level of maturity with working in a school environment will be required
Ambitious and hard working
Desire to be a positive role model to young people
Skills
Desirable Criteria:
Any previous experience working with children
Any previous experience with special educational needs (SEN)
Strong Welsh, English & Mathematics
Communicational skills relevant to both children and adults
Competent skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT
Ability to self-manage and organise own time
Personal qualities
Reliable
Smart appearance
Professional attitude
A level of maturity with working in a school environment will be required
Ambitious and hard working
Desire to be a positive role model to young people
Welsh language
Welsh spoken skills: No
Welsh written skills: No
If you are interested in doing an apprenticeship through the medium of Welsh or bilingually, please contact the training provider to find out if it is available.
Training provided
Training provider
Achieve More Training Ltd
Qualification
Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and Learning
Disability confident
Is this employer disability confident: No
What is disability confident?
Disability confident employers are committed to offering equal opportunities for people with disabilities and health conditions.
Employer details
Ap Prentis Cyf
St. Marys Catholic Primary School
Ffordd Llewelyn
Flint
CH6 5JZ