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Apprentice Teaching Assistant

St Denys Primary School
Pay: £105.00 Text
Location: Hampshire Southampton United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: Aug 2017
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor & Outdoor
Job reference: E02493886
Education 2017-06-29 2017-07-28

Job Description

In your role as a Apprentice Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in the development of positive educational experiences for children with a range of abilities in the school setting. Working with the support of qualified teaching and support staff you will be expected to contribute in the following areas among others:

Support for Pupils:




  • Help with the care and support of pupils

  • Contribute to the health and well-being of pupils

  • Establish and maintain relationships with individual pupils and groups

  • Be an effective model for pupil behaviour



Support for the Teacher:




  • Assist with classroom resources & Lesson Preparation

  • Contribute to the management of pupils' behaviour, both in the classroom and on the playground, as required

  • Provide support for learning activities

  • Support the use of ICT in the classroom

  • Assist in the maintenance of a safe environment for pupils and staff

  • Assist in the presentation of display materials

  • Support teaching staff or senior colleagues with routine administration



Support for the School:




  • Monitor effective working relationships with colleagues and parents

  • Contribute to the maintenance of pupil safety and security

  • Review and develop their own professional practice

  • Recognise confidentiality, child protection procedures, Health & Safety, and the policies of the Governing Body

  • Be involved in extra-curricular activities, (e.g. clubs, activities, trips, open days, presentation evenings)

  • Assist with special activities in the school within school hours (e.g. sports days, plays, concerts, open days)


Personal Qualities :

  • A level of maturity commensurate with working in a school classroom environment will be required

  • Motivated by making a difference to children’s learning & development

  • Willing to learn and professionally develop

  • Committed to self-development

  • Does what they say they will do  when they make a commitment – i.e. show up on time and not let people down

  • Values others

  • Effective communicator - good listener, sincere and able to win people over

  • Written and verbal communication skills

  • Confident to take the lead when appropriate

  • Flexible and adaptable

  • Committed to collective success

  • Socially adept

  • Creative and innovative



Skills Required :

  • Good Literacy and Numeracy skills

  • Good organisational skills

  • Strong communication skills

  • Ability to work off of own initiative and also as part of a team



Future Prospects : The Intermediate Level Apprenticeship provides individuals with a sound knowledge base that can support them in undertaking further learning and development of their careers in youth work and related areas.

These include:

• Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Play work or Youth work for those wishing to transfer to other areas working with children and young people.

This pathway also offers the participant a doorway into the teaching profession, offering the chance to work in a variety of educational settings with children of all ages. The experience gained from this apprenticeship in the practical teaching environment is invaluable.

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