Apprentice Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Manager (L2)
- Recruiter
- Trafford College Group
- Location
- Stockport, Greater Manchester
- Salary
- Competitive salary
- Posted
- 20 Feb 2018
- Closes
- 11 Mar 2018
- Ref
- VAC001337920
- Subject Area
- Special Needs and Supported Learning
- Job Level
- Apprentice / Intern, Teaching Assistant
- Contract Type
- Fixed Term
- Hours
- Part Time
Employer: Project Inc
Apprenticeship level: Intermediate
Apprenticeship duration: 17 months
Possible start date: 26th March 2018
Working week: Flexible arrangement, shifts usually between Tuesday and Saturday 9.30am - 2.30pm (hours according to business needs, 4 days per week, 22 hours per week
We are seeking someone to undertake a specialist role using appropriate learning strategies, resources and equipment to meet the learning objectives of lessons, differentiating tasks as appropriate for individuals or groups of children with additional needs.
If you have experience or feel you could excel in supporting us in engaging young learners through Creative Education and experiences, we would love to hear from you!
We know we need another team member and are open/flexible for the right person, hence there is some scope for personalisation of this post.
We often make up part of an Alternative Curriculum for a young person unable to progress in mainstream.
Your role will be to support in engaging, enthusing and supporting attainment in art and design, whilst helping our learners to develop as people.
We are committed to an ethos of inclusivity, flexibility, are committed to child protection and promoting the welfare of everyone within the organisation.
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Responsibilities:
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrate and model high expectations for progress and behaviour
- Within the guidance given by Manager or Teacher, implement individual, group and intervention activities, working alongside and in conjunction with professional teaching staff
- Manage the behaviour of pupils whilst they are undertaking their work to ensure a constructive environment, and pre-empt/ deal with situations arising in accordance with policies and behaviour procedures
RESPECTFUL RESPONSIBLE SAFE AND KIND
- Evaluate pupils' responses throughout learning activities, determine what each child can achieve unaided and the point of intervention for the provision of appropriate learning scaffolding
- Be aware of student’s individual needs through Referrals, Project.INC reports and PEP or EHC plans
- Ensure that pupil’s health and safety is maintained in, around and out of the SM or HW. Educational tasks including supervised use of subject specific tools, equipment and learning materials
- Help to prepare and maintain classroom resources (including control of stock within the classroom) so that they are readily available for use
- Liaise with and report any concerns or incidents/disclosures immediately to Manager/Director, ensuring effective communication concerning the maintenance of pupils’ wellbeing
- Take part in Creative activities alongside students to model behaviour for learning and inspire progress
- Attend staff and other meetings and participate in staff training development work and staff reviews as required
Desired skills:
- Great organisation skills
- Computer Literate
- Good reading, writing and numeracy
- Experience of working with children and young people
- A basic understanding of how children learn and additional needs
- The ability to build good relationships
- The ability to work as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
Personal qualities:
- Creativity
- Positivity
- Empathy
- Kindness
- Resilience
- Dedication
- Confident
- A great sense of humour
- Extremely resilient
Qualifications required:
- GCSE Grade D or above in English and Maths or equivalent
- Any previous TA Training, Team Teach etc would benefit the application
Training provider:
- NVQ Lvel 2
- Functional Skills (if required)
- Employment Rights
- Technical Certificate
Apprenticeship framework: Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools