Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Fairway Infant School
West Sussex County Council · Crawley, RH10 3QD
Teaching assistant (level 3)
This position requires a person who is able to work with young children, aged from 4-7 years old. The role will involve supporting classes, groups and individual children in EYFS and KS1.
The work
- Support class teachers to help pupils achieve high levels of progress, attainment, and positive outcomes
- Assist with selecting and preparing resources for group and one-to-one learning activities that meet pupils’ diverse needs and interests
- Monitor pupils’ responses to learning activities and adapt support as required
- Track pupils’ participation and progress, providing feedback to teachers and constructive support to pupils
- Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning and development
- Promote and support the inclusion of all pupils in learning activities
- Apply behaviour management strategies in line with school policies to maintain a positive learning environment
- Organise and manage learning activities, teaching spaces, and resources safely and effectively
- Ensure marking and feedback are completed in accordance with school policies
- Promote the school values of Resilience, Independence, Curiosity, and Kindness
- Supervise pupils during break times and lunchtimes in both indoor and outdoor settings
- Provide care for pupils who are unwell or require first aid, following appropriate training
- Support children with individual needs under the guidance of the class teacher or SENCO
- Work with Individual Support Plans (ISPs), Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and Individual Behaviour Plans where required
Training
- Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Duration: 16 months - Delivery: All learning will be delivered online alongside placement at the school
Training provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED
What you come out with
Possible full-time employment after the apprenticeship.
What they are looking for
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential · GCSE Maths and English 4
The employer
Fairway Infant School is situated in the village of Copthorne, close to East Grinstead in West Sussex. We are a two-form entry school with classes ranging from Reception to Year 2. We strive to ensure that our children are happy and enjoy coming into school each day. We aim to provide an exciting and stimulating environment where children are motivated to learn. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum with a range of activities and opportunities to support the development of curiosity and independence.
Workplace
- Fairway, Copthorne, Crawley, RH10 3QD