Cheslyn Academy – Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship WINDSOR ACADEMY TRUST

Type: Apprentice
Region: London

What you will do in your working day

• Support provision for pupils with additional needs
• Support assessment of pupils and discuss with senior staff
• In conjunction with the teachers/SENCo/Assistant SENCo support the development and implementation of individual education health care plans
• Provide 1:1 mentoring for pupils and provide support for distressed pupils under the guidance of the SENCo/Assistant SENCo
• Under the direct guidance of senior staff implement and provide support to pupils in relation to their individual needs (e.g. daily exercise programme)
• Provide feedback to pupils and teachers in rel;ation to progress, achievement, behaviour, attendance etc.
• To contribute to raising standards by ensuring high standards as uprooted for pupils.

Support for the Teacher:

• Support pupils’ access to learning using appropriate strategies, resources etc.
• Report back to senior staffs pupil responses in order that learning activities may be adjusted as appropriate
• Monitor and evaluate pupils’ responses and progress against action plans through observation and planned recording
• Contribute to the teacher’s recording and reporting of pupil’s achievement, progress and other matters. On request gather evidence.
• Assist on keeping records and evidence learning as agreed with support from senior staff
• Assist in maintaining classroom discipline through the implementation of the schools behaviour management strategies
• Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers and exchange information through consultation with SENCo/Assistant SENCo
• Coordinate and organise pupils attending extra-curricular activities/work experience or other out-of-school activities under the guidance of SENCo/teacher

Support for the Curriculum:

• To provide support in literacy/numeracy/SEN strategies
• Assist with providing access arrangements for pupils taking internal and external tests and exams
• Be aware of the need for different teaching and learning approaches that support pupil’s access to learning.

Specific Requirements:

• Experience of working with children of a relevant age within a learning environment
• Understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
• Knowledge and compliance of school policies and procedures
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to relate well to children
• Ability to use basic ICT including computer, audio/video equipment and photocopier
• Displays sensitivity to pupils/students
• Maintains confidentiality
• Ability to identify own training needs and willingness to participate in training and development opportunities
• Comply with Trust’s commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children

The training you will be getting

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification 

Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Potential full time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship