Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Two Rivers SchoolThe Teaching Assistant Apprentice at Two River School will work under the direct instruction of specialist needs teaching staff, primarily within the classroom alongside teachers. The role focuses on providing targeted support to pupils facing barriers to learning, helping them overcome challenges and succeed academically and socially.Key Details: Salary: £6.40p/h Working week: Monday to Friday, 30 hours a week, 8:50am - 3:20pm. (Term Time only)Notice Period: 1 MonthApprenticeship Details - 18 months expected duration to complete, working towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification. (All learning is delivered online/remote). Training Provider: LMP Education (rated 1st best UK training provider)Statement of PurposeTo work under direct instruction of specialist needs teaching staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher. Provide specific support in addressing the needs of pupils who need particular help to overcome barriers to learning. Assist specialist needs teachers in the following:Supporting PupilsProvide pastoral support to pupils within the school environmentReceive and supervise pupils excluded from, or otherwise not working to, a normal timetable.Attend to pupils' personal needs and provide advice to assist in their social, health and hygiene development on a daily basis.Care for pupils who are critically or terminally ill.Participate in the comprehensive assessment of pupils to determine those in need of particular help.In conjunction with the teacher the development and implementation of IndividualEducation/Behaviour/Support/Mentoring plans.Support provision for pupils with additional needs.Develop 1:1 mentoring arrangements with pupils and provide support for distressed pupils.Use specialist knowledge/experience to provide appropriate support to pupils in relation to their individual needs (e.g. daily exercise programme).Provide feedback to pupils and teachers in relation to progress, achievement, behaviour, attendance etc.Support for the CurriculumImplement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes under direction of teacher.To be aware of and appreciate a range of activities, courses, organisations and individuals to provide support for pupils.Under direction of teacher determine the need for, prepare and use specialist equipment, plans and resources to support pupils. Support for the TeacherTo act as Cover Supervisor during teacher absence under the direction of a teacher/designated member of staff.Support pupils' access to learning using appropriate strategies, resources etc.Work with other staff in planning, evaluating and adjusting learning activities as appropriate.Monitor and evaluate pupils' responses and progress against action plans through observation and planned recording under the supervision of a teacher.Support the teacher in providing objective and accurate feedback and reports as required, to other staff on pupils' achievement, progress and other matters, ensuring the availability of appropriate evidence.Assist in keeping and updating records as agreed with other staff, contributing to reviews of systems/records as requested.Assist in the development and implementation of appropriate behaviour management strategies.Establish constructive relationships with parents/carers, exchanging information, facilitating their support for their child's attendance, access and learning and supporting home to school and community links.Assist the teacher in the development, implementation and monitoring of systems relating to attendance and integration.Clerical/admin support relating to classroom activity e.g. dealing with correspondence, compilation/analysis/reporting on attendance, exclusions etc, and making phone calls etc.Co-ordinate and organise pupils attending extra curricular activities/work experience or other out of school activities under guidance of teacher.Support to SchoolPromote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons you are responsible for or come into contact with.Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.Be aware of and support difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.Liaise effectively with teachers/parents/guardians, welfare officers, health visitors and other professional staff as part of the routine consultative process.Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.Attend relevant meetings as required.Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.Assist with the supervision of pupils out of lesson times, including before and after school and lunchtimes.Recognise own strengths and areas of expertise and use these to advice and support othersPerson Specification Required:Communication Skills:Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents, and staff.Good listening skills.Interpersonal Skills:Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents.Empathy and patience when dealing with pupils' needs and concerns.Teamworking skills to collaborate effectively with teachers and other staff.Organisational Skills:Ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively.Strong organisational skills to assist with planning and record-keeping.Attention to detail in maintaining accurate records and reports.Adaptability:Flexibility to adapt to the needs of different pupils and situations.Willingness to learn and adapt to new strategies and technologies in education.Problem-Solving Skills:Ability to identify and address barriers to learning.Creative thinking to provide tailored support to pupils with diverse needs.Behaviour Management:Understanding of behaviour management strategies.Ability to implement and support behaviour management plans.Technical Skills:Basic computer literacy and familiarity with educational software.Ability to prepare and use specialist equipment and resources as directed.Pastoral Care:Ability to provide pastoral support and attend to pupils' personal needs.Understanding of the social, health, and hygiene needs of pupils.Mentoring and Support:Skills in mentoring and providing 1:1 support for distressed pupils.Experience or knowledge in developing and implementing support plans.Commitment to Safeguarding:Understanding of child protection and safeguarding policies.Commitment to promoting the welfare and safety of children.Professionalism:Reliable, punctual, and professional in all aspects of the role.Commitment to the overall ethos and aims of the school.Training and Development:Willingness to participate in training and continuous professional development.Receptiveness to feedback and a desire to improve and develop skills.Desirable Skills:Specialist Knowledge:Understanding of additional needs such as SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities).Experience or training in specific support areas (e.g., literacy interventions, behaviour support).Experience:Previous experience working with children or young people, particularly in an educational setting.Experience in using behaviour management strategies.First Aid:Basic first aid training or willingness to undertake training.Educational Qualifications:Basic qualifications in English and Mathematics.Any relevant certifications or training related to education or child development.Further DetailsAbout the EmployerTwo Rivers School is a generic co-educational special school for pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The High School caters for students aged between 11 and 19 years of age. Pupils have wide ranging abilities with some exhibiting learning difficulties and/or delay in their learning. Whilst it is impossible to generalise on the nature of these needs, they can necessitate creative approaches to teaching styles and delivery, classroom management and climate. At Two Rivers we believe in the concept of lifelong learning and the idea that both adults and children learn new things every day. We maintain that learning should be a rewarding and enjoyable experience for everyone; it should be fun. Through our teaching we equip pupils with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to be able to make informed choices about the important things in their lives. We believe that appropriate teaching and learning experiences help pupils to lead happy and rewarding lives. Since 2007 and every inspection since Ofsted has rated our school as Outstanding, most recently January 2019. Our students drive our curriculum development and planning ensuring we give our students the best opportunities to succeed. Students are divided into 5 different pathways. The population of the different strands is divided as follows:Discoverers - 20%; Navigators - 6%, Explorers - 30%; Adventurers - 24%; Pioneers - 20%. To support the local and national demand for special school places, between 2019 and 2023, Two Rivers has increased the student population from 190 to 255. The county has supported this by helping us to create additional classrooms. As the school has grown in size, leaders have developed a provision which provides appropriate pathways to meet the wide-ranging needs of our students. This means we provide independent living skills and accreditation at all levels including GCSEs for students where appropriate. To support our growing school the team has expanded, welcoming more passionate and dedicated staff. Our staff are led by an experienced middle and senior leadership team. We continue to have supportive relationships with all our parents, carers and outside agencies. There is a wealth of information on our website, but if you require further information, please contact the school.Next steps & Pre-employment checks:(Permitting you're eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further.Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment.#LMPTA