Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Oatlands Infant School We are an innovative, inclusive Infant School just outside central Harrogate, North Yorkshire. We provide experience-led education for 270 pupils in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, before transition to the local Junior School, and are part of the Yorkshire Causeway Schools Trust. Apprenticeship Overview: Salary: £7.55 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19 year olds Working Week: Monday to Friday - 8.50am - 3.20pm (30 minutes lunch break) Hours: 30 hours per week Duration: 18 months Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification Online training supported by our dedicated tutor Location: Hookstone Road, Harrogate, HG2 8BT What you’ll do at work Throughout the program, you will develop a diverse skill set that will empower you to make a meaningful difference in students' lives. Work 1:1 with pupils in Reception, Year 1 and/or Year 2 to support learning and development Assist pupils with classroom activities, tasks and routines under the guidance of the class teacher Support children’s social, emotional and behavioural development in a nurturing and inclusive environment Help pupils to engage positively with learning and build confidence and independence Adapt support strategies to meet individual pupil needs Communicate effectively with children, parents/carers and school staff Work closely with class teachers and other professionals to ensure consistent support Contribute to a safe, supportive and well-organised learning environment Take part in training and professional development provided by the school Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and confidentiality requirements Demonstrate enthusiasm, empathy, resilience and a willingness to learn within an educational setting Desired qualifications GCSE English (Grade AC/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) desirable GCSE Maths (Grade AC/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent) desirable Skills Communication skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Logical Team working Creative Initiative Non judgemental Patience Other requirements Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. InspireLP