Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at University Academy Long Sutton
University Academy Long Sutton
Spalding, PE12 9LF
Closes in 9 days (Friday 11 October at 11:59pm)
Posted on 23 September 2024
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Summary
Are you passionate about education and eager to make a difference in the lives of pupils? Do you have a desire to gain real world experience in a dynamic learning environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! This apprenticeship will provide you with valuable skills and knowledge, as well as a recognised qualification in education.
- Annual wage
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Competitive
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
This position is term time only and so paid pro rata
- Training course
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm.
Term time only.
32 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 28 October
- Duration
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1 Year 6 Months
- Positions available
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1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Under the direction of the teacher, carry out pre-determined tasks to support the pupil’s learning;
- Establish and maintain a supportive relationship with the pupil to ensure they understand and can achieve the tasks
- Provide general learning support as required for children with special needs, or where English is not their first language
- Help with the care and support of the pupil, including attending to their emotional, complex medical and physical care needs;
- Support inclusion in the classroom, ensuring the pupil feels involved with tasks and activities.
- Under the direction of the teacher, support the Academy curriculum, including literacy and numeracy activities
- Support the use of Computing in the curriculum
- Provide information to help the class teacher plan appropriate work programmes
- Help to prepare the learning environment for use
- Undertake support activities for the teacher as required, e.g. preparation of materials
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and parents or carers
- Contribute to the maintenance of a safe and healthy environment
- Attend and actively participate in staff meetings
- Provide support for Academy events as directed
Where you’ll work
University Academy Long Sutton
84 Little London
Spalding
PE12 9LF
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY HOLBEACH
Your training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
Your training plan
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship qualification
- The assessor will visit you at UALS every 4-6 weeks
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Positive " can do" attitude
- work in a busy environment
Other requirements
Interviews will be held week commencing 8th July 2024
About this company
The University Academy Long Sutton is a popular 11 - 16 Academy in the rural market town of Long Sutton, and is part of The University of Lincoln Academy Trust.
https://www.uals.org.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
- May lead to permanent position for the right candidate on successful completion of apprenticeship.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
UNIVERSITY ACADEMY HOLBEACH
Nicola Furnell
nicola.furnell@uah.org.uk
01406 423042
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000278463.
Apply now
Closes in 9 days (Friday 11 October at 11:59pm)
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