Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at Thomas Bewick School Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in students’ lives? Our Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship offers you a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic school environment while earning a qualification that will kickstart your career in education! Apprenticeship Overview: Salary: £7.55 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19 year olds Working Week: Monday to Friday - hours to be confirmed Hours: 32.5 hours per week Duration: 18 months Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification Online training supported by our dedicated tutor Location: Linhope Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE5 2LW 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. Engage with students as you oversee classroom activities, ensuring a productive and inclusive learning environment You'll also accompany pupils on educational visits and extra-curricular activities, such as swimming and independence skills training programs Work closely with teachers, speech and language therapists, and other specialist staff to assist in the delivery of tailored educational programs, fostering each student's unique learning journey Provide compassionate support to identified pupils who may require assistance with daily care tasks, such as dressing and toileting, ensuring their comfort and confidence in the school setting Learn effective classroom management and behaviour techniques that will enable you to create a positive and encouraging atmosphere for all students Gain experience in planning and delivering engaging learning activities, while providing valuable feedback to teachers about the educational, emotional, and physical needs of students to assist in their assessments Collaborate with teachers and support staff to enhance classroom activities and ensure a cohesive learning experience for all pupils Help maintain a healthy, safe, and secure environment for students, both inside and outside the classroom, while adhering to school policies and procedures Assist with clerical and administrative tasks, such as photocopying and preparing learning resources, to keep the classroom running smoothly 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 InspireLP