Level 3 Send Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Manchester, United Kingdom - LMP Group

LMP Group

Verified Company

Manchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

About the Host (Placement)

Saint Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School seek to create a happy, friendly and supportive environment, where every child has the opportunity to develop spiritually, intellectually and socially.

As a distinctly Catholic school they take pride in the school's mission statement - 'I have come that they may have life and have it to the full' and strive to live it out each and every day.

It is the aim of everyone in the school to provide the best possible opportunities for the children in their care and to help them grow in their journey of faith, with Gospel values at the centre of everything they do.

About the role

Key details:
-
Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am to 3.30pm

-
Wage: £6.40 per hour

-
Location:Manchester Road, Astley, M29 7DY
-
Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Teaching Assistant

-
Duration:18 months

Overview of the role:
The main purpose of the role is to support children with Special educational needs and disabilities, specifically autism.

You will work under the direction of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and classroom.

Key responsibilities:

To supervise and provide particular support for pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
To assist with the development and implementation of Individual education/behaviour plans and personal care programmes.
To establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs.
To provide specialist support to students with barriers to learning on a one to one basis, in a small group or in or out of the classroom
To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
To encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities led by the teacher.
To provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievement under guidance of the teacher.
To create and maintain a purposeful, orderly and supportive environment, in accordance with lesson plans and assist with the display of pupils' work.
To assist with the planning of learning activities.
To monitor pupils' responses to learning activities and accurately record achievement/progress as directed.
To provide regular feedback to teachers on pupils' achievement, progress and problems.
To promote good pupil behaviour, dealing promptly with conflict and incidents in line with established policy and encourage pupils to take responsibility for their own behaviour.
To provide clerical/admin support, for example photocopying, collection of money.
To assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school as may be reasonably directed.
To accompany teaching staff and pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities and take responsibility for a group under the supervision of the teacher as may be reasonably directed.

Apprenticeship Summary:

You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 18 months
Training provider: LMP Group
All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release
An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship

Skills & Personal Qualities Required:

Strong Communication skills
Team player
Good IT skills
Nonjudgmental
Patient
Willingness to undertake First Aid Training

Qualifications Required:

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential
Level 2 NVQ or equivalent or a comparable level of experience working with SEND children essential

Knowledges and Experiences Required:

Knowledge of basic health and safety
Knowledge of Children's games and activities
A knowledge of the national/foundation stage curriculum and other basic learning programmes
Understanding of relevant policies, codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation
Basic understanding of child development and learning processes

Apprenticeship Overview

During this teaching assistant apprenticeship you will promote self-belief, social inclusion and high self-esteem which will play an integral part to pupils' wellbeing.

You will become an essential part in the learning environment for the classroom teacher and pupils. Working to ensure pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing and safe environment. It is an active role supporting the learner to access the curriculum and expand their knowledge. TAs play a crucial role in supporting teachers and pupils. Your work can have a significant impact on the children's learning experiences, helping them to succeed academically and personally.
-
Milestone 1. Keeping children safe in Education - (KCSIE Policy, child protection, safeguarding awareness, serious case reviews, health