Job description
Opportunity information
Salary £19850 per year
Duration 18 months
Advert closing date 04/09/2023
Description
We are looking to appoint 3 new apprentice Teaching Assistants to join our passionate SEND team at The Hurlingham Academy (part of United Learning). You will support, assist and supervise identified pupils with SEND alongside the class teacher and SENCo, whilst working towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
You will participate in the planning and delivery of differentiated learning activities to support pupils to achieve learning goals, in coordination with the class teacher and SENCo. Main duties will include:
- Support, assist and supervise identified pupil/s with SEND under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo.
- Encourage pupils to interact and work co-operatively with others.
- Engage all pupils in activities which promote independence and resilience.
- Employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement.
- Supervise and provide individualised support for pupils, including those with SEND, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
- Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans.
- Promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
- Set challenging and high expectations which promote the Academy’s Culture of Excellence.
- Provide feedback to pupils in relation to progress and achievements under the guidance of the class teacher.
Experience of working with children with SEND is desirable but not essential. This role would suit someone looking to develop a career in education.
Training to be provided
Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, delivered by United Learning Apprenticeships. The apprentice(s) will complete training on the job from The Hurlingham Academy, London, including remote CPD sessions (a minimum of 6.5 hours per week during normal working hours to include 3 hours on a Tuesday morning) during term time only and two national face to face conferences.
Things to consider
Skills required
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Future prospects
Upon completion of the training, you will be qualified as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant which could lead to a HLTA role, teacher training (subject to completion of a degree) and full teaching role. We have further teacher training opportunities available through United Teaching.
Hours per week 37.5
Working week Monday-Friday 8am-4pm Term time only
Apprenticeship standard Teaching assistant (Level 3)
London, London, England, SW6 3ED