Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (SEND Pathway) Lordship Lane Primary School

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: To support pupils with EHCPs and challenging behaviour in class Plan and run school supported interventions with individuals or groups Adapt support according to individual needs Look after children's physical, social and emotional welfare Create a stimulating environment Keep records and attend review meetings Work with professionals such as speech and language therapists and educational psychologist Provide a safe and healthy environment and follow safeguarding procedures Work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils Promote pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion Give support to pupils, individually or in groups, so they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement Support with planning, preparation and resourcing for lessons To support the pastoral team with wellbeing and behaviour Attend school training sessions and take ownership of professional development To cover for any absent teaching assistant colleagues and undertake any duties assigned by SLT consistent with the aims of the post To help maintain a high quality learning environment To supervise lunch and play with pupils if needed, ensuring a high standard of behaviour at all time To manage and treat basic first aid to pupils in line with school procedures

Requirements

: Experienced working with students who have special educational needs Excellent communication skills Ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders Proactive in supporting adaptations within the learning environment Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Excellent organisational and IT skills Exceptional communication and engagement skills **Please note, interviews will take place late August/Early September**