The Role

It is an interesting, varied position that gives valuable opportunities of gaining experience in a professional setting working with young people and colleagues.  Depending on the school there may be a specific focus on certain curriculum areas.

The role involves:

• Taking on more responsibility within the school setting
• Provide teaching support in small groups and where necessary be assigned to individual pupils in order to aid the teacher
• Liaise with the teacher to understand the objectives of each session
• Greater emphasis of supporting in a classroom-based setting to develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours
• Assist the teacher with observations and monitoring of the progress of children, both educationally and socially
• Promote positive behaviour patterns, raise self-esteem, and improve independent working in children to assist their education and growth

What will you learn

Training is provided through a blended programme of practical activity, group training and virtual learning. The programme provides opportunities to share experiences with other apprentices and learn from experienced professionals.

• An understanding of how pupils learn and develop
• The importance of feedback in promoting independent learners
• Behaviour support strategies
• An understanding of the National Curriculum/assessment for learning and how to support children
• Understand current statutory guidance including ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’
• Part 1, Safeguarding Policies and the Prevent Strategy
• The importance of ICT and how it can be used effectively.

What are the entry Requirements?

Essential requirements:

• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Communication Skills
• Teamwork Skills

Desired Requirements:

• Grade C or above or 4/5 (new grading) at GCSE in Maths
• Grade C or above or 4/5 (new grading) at GCSE in English

How will you be assessed?

• Submit a portfolio of evidence that is collated with, written assignments, case studies and presentations
• Practical observations
• Professional discussion
• End Point Assessment (EPA)

Career pathways

At the end of this second year depending upon existing academic qualifications gained by the individual, you will find out about the teaching pathways that are available from this apprenticeship opportunity, which can lead you onto your next step on the career ladder.

Potential progression routes are:

• Employed within a school as a Teaching Assistant
• Foundation Degree in learning and teaching with a potential pathway into Teaching, Higher/Further Education, Public Services, Police Force

How to apply

Virtual information events

For full details of the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard please follow the link to the Institute of Apprenticeships website