Sandwich Technology School - Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Sandwich Technology School is an 11 to 18 mixed secondary school that has an excellent reputation across Kent where pupils engage well in learning. STS are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to support the provision of a high quality educational experience for all students, working alongside the teacher and in small group interventions.

Duties;

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the head teacher, Director of Inclusion and class teachers
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Programmes for students and help monitor their progress
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities
• Assist class teachers with maintaining student records
• Support students with emotional or behavioural problems and help develop their social skills
• Prepare and present displays of students' work
• Support class teachers in photocopying and other tasks in order to support teaching
• Work with students during exam periods as scribes or readers
• Undertake other duties from time to time as the head teacher requires
• Undertake first aid administration
• First Aid trained (or willing to be First Aid Trained)

Desired skills and Personal qualities;

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner
• Good IT Skills
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Professional personal presentation
• Team player
• Attention to detail
• Reliability
• Enthusiastic
• Strong organisational skills, the ability to balance a variety of tasks simultaneously and work under pressure
• Ability to perform tasks with minimum supervision and work on own initiative
• Candidates must be able to work collaboratively and it would be preferable but not essential to have some prior experience of working with children or young adults

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard qualification
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
• Personal Learning and Thinking Skills
• Become fully adept in supporting teachers with the planning of activities, as well as creating own activity plans
• Amplify knowledge of safeguarding and emergency procedures
• Understand legislation with regard to confidentiality, data protection, and information sharing
• Functional skills Level 2 Maths and English (if required)

Benefits;

• Eligible for an NUS card for discounts in shops and restaurants
• Eligible for an apprenticeship oyster card, 30% off travel
• Discount on Nandos, ASOS, Vue cinema and much more
• Earn while you learn
• No debt
• Automatic rise in pay after 12 months
• Prizes and vouchers to be won (apprentice of the month)
• Secure a job with little or no experience
• Remote learning
• Paid twice a month

Duration of programme;

16 months

Working Week;

Monday to Friday, hours to be confirmed

Performance Measures;

There will be an annual review of performance which will include an assessment of progress towards achievement of objectives and an overall assessment of performance

Job Types: Temporary contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 16 months

Salary: £9,360.00 per year

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sandwich, CT13 0FA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Do you drive?
• What makes you an ideal candidate for this role?

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Work Location: In person