Pool Hayes Academy- Teaching Assistant Apprentice - Willenhall, United Kingdom - LMP Group

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**Pool Hayes Academy

Teaching Assistant Apprentice**We are searching for the best education professionals to join our trust. Are you passionate about making a difference to our children's learning? Are you looking for a new challenge? Pool Hayes Academy are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Apprentice Teaching Assistant, to enhance students' experience of secondary education.

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage
£10,158.72

Working week
Mon-Fri (Term time only, 39 weeks per annum) shifts tbc

Total hours per week: 37 hours a week

Expected duration
18 Months

What will the apprentice be doing?

If you are looking to begin your career in education and embark on an apprenticeship scheme undertaking training and work experience, you will relish the unique challenges this role brings and the exceptional satisfaction of supporting students in the academy and community.

You will gain experience in working closely with students, both individually and as a group, whilst developing effective communication skills through liaising and working collaboratively with colleagues throughout the Academy.

Working alongside the team, you will promote the inclusion of all students, ensuring they have equal opportunities to learn and develop.

Why choose Pool Hayes Academy? We have experienced substantial growth in recent years and the academy is now a provider of choice in the area and is over-subscribed.

Our Ofsted rating has improved to Good in April but that's just the beginning of our ambition for the pupils and staff at this 11-18 academy.

Main Purpose of the Role:
To work in partnership with class teachers to support learning in line with the national curriculum, SEND

Code of Practice and academy policies and procedures.

Establish positive relationships with all students.
Support the use of ICT in the classroom and develop students' competence and independence in its

use.

Implement planned learning activities/teaching programs as agreed with the teacher, SENCO or

Assistant SENCO, adjusting activities according to students' responses as appropriate.

Promote positive student behaviour in line with academy policies and help keep students on task.
Interact with, and support students, according to individual needs and skills.
Promote the inclusion and acceptance of children with special needs and disabilities within the

classroom ensuring access to lessons and their content through appropriate clarification, explanation

and resources.

To participate in planning and evaluation of learning activities with the teacher, providing feedback

to the teacher on pupil progress and behaviour.

Monitor and record student activities as appropriate, writing records and reports as required.
To support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the

teacher.

Assist with the development and implementation of pupil passports and pen portraits.
To attend to pupils' personal needs including help with social, welfare, physical and health matters,

including minor first aid.

To assist with the preparation, maintenance and control of stocks of materials and resources (in

lessons).

Liaise with other staff and provide information about students as appropriate.
To supervise pupils for limited and specified periods including breaktimes when the postholder

should facilitate games and activities (if applicable).

To assist with escorting pupils on educational visits.
To support with examinations and assessments as required.
To liaise in a professional manner with parents.
To liaise with attendance officer.
To maintain confidentiality at all times.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Training provider:
LMP Group (Rated 3rd best apprenticeship training provider across the UK)
All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release
An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Possible long term employment if position is available

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) essential

Things to consider
Our vision for Pool Hayes Academy means that any pupil regardless of circumstance can fulfil their potential.

Furthermore, we believe that educational success leads to empowerment for our young people and the freedom to make more choices over their future.

In return, you can expect fantastic Professional Development opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets a