Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
Walton Le Dale High School · Preston, PR5 6RN
Teaching assistant (level 3)
Under the teacher’s clear guidance, in respect of their work with individuals or small groups, to support the education, personal and social development of pupils in the class including those with special needs and/or bilingual needs.
The work
In addition to the following duties, the postholder may be required to undertake any of the duties normally associated with a lower graded Teaching Assistant post.
Support for Pupils:
- Under the clear guidance of the class teacher to implement structured learning activities and to assist individual/group of pupils to complete tasks
- To undertake activities to assist in monitoring the personal social and emotional needs of pupils
- To develop positive relationships with pupils to assist pupil progress and attainment
- To assist in the devising of pupil's individual targets and their monitoring and review
- Support pupils as part of a planned inclusion programme
- To assist in the development of varying skills that support pupils' learning
- To assist in the specific medical/care needs of pupils when specific training has been undertaken
Support for the Teacher:
- To assist in the monitoring/recording of pupil progress and developmental needs
- To assist in the production of learning resources
- To undertake routine classroom administrative tasks including the maintenance of records
- To assist in pupil supervision and assist in the management of pupil behaviour
- To provide information to the class teacher to assist in the planning of work programmes
- To liaise with the school's nominated person in respect of pupil absence
- To assist with the arrangements for out of school learning activities including the administration of work experience
- To provide clerical and administrative support including the collection and recording of money
- Administer routine tests, assist in the invigilation of exams and undertake routine marking of pupils’ work
Training
Teaching Assistant Level 3.
Training provider: EAST LANCASHIRE LEARNING GROUP
What you come out with
There may be the opportunity to progress on to a higher-level qualification or secure full-time employment.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE English Grade 4/C
- Essential · GCSE Maths Grade 4/C
The employer
At Walton-le-Dale High School we strive to create a balanced educational experience, one that focuses not only on achieving excellent exam results but also on fostering creativity, leadership, and emotional intelligence.
Workplace
- Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6RN