Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Maltbylearningtrust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Rotherham seeks an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to support student learning. Working with a committed team, the candidate will help establish productive learning environments and foster good relationships with students. Requirements include effective communication and organizational skills, along with GCSE qualifications in English and Mathematics. This role provides a foundation for further career progression in the educational sector, ensuring a holistic development experience for the apprentice.

Benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

24/7 access to telephone/video GP service

Cash healthcare plan

Staff Rewards Gateway

Smart Tech

Qualifications

• Be committed to the Academy's Vision and Values.
• Have a true growth mindset and exceptional work ethic.
• Have knowledge and experience regarding the Academy's context.

Responsibilities

• Establish good relationships with students and respond to individual needs.
• Work with the teacher to establish an appropriate learning environment.
• Support students consistently while recognizing their individual needs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

IT skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Creativity

Team player

Initiative

Non-judgmental

Patience

Education

GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English (Grade C/4 or above)

GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Mathematics and English (Grade Level 2)

Job description

Contract Details

£7.55 per hour for 6 months rising to age-related minimum wage

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Maltby Academy for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team. The successful candidate will:

• establish good relationships with students and respond appropriately to individual needs
• work with the teacher to establish an appropriate learning environment
• support students consistently, whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs

The ideal candidate will:

• be committed to Maltby Learning Trust's Vision and Values and the Academy's Key Drivers.
• be a driven, proactive, and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards.
• have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour.
• be 100% committed in supporting the Academy uphold the highest expectations of students
• work proactively with other colleagues, leaders and multi-agencies to support all students;
• have the ability to engage, inspire and build excellent relationships with both students and staff;
• have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Maltby Academy operates.

In return we offer

• A Trust and Academy staff body that is fully aligned to deliver our Vision: Delivering exceptional learning experiences that enable all students to thrive in a competitive world and lead successful and fulfilling lives;
• Modern, purpose-built learning spaces, which inspire exceptional teaching and learning;

A highly supportive induction programme and access to mentoring from an experienced team.

• An opportunity to work collaboratively within a Multi Academy Trust;
• A range of employee benefits including:
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • 24/7 access to telephone/video GP service
  • Cash healthcare plan.
  • Staff Rewards Gateway
  • Smart Tech

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities:

• effective communication skills
• IT skills
• organisation skills
• problem solving skills
• presentation skills
• administrative skills
• number skills
• analytical skills
• be logical
• pay attention to detail
• be a team player
• be creative
• use their initiative
• be non-judgementalbe patient
• possess an excellent timekeeping and attendance record

The qualifications below are essential to access the apprenticeship programme:

• GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Mathematics and English (Grade Level 2) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English (Grade C/4 or above) essential

Upon completion of the 12-month apprenticeship programme, the candidate will:

• have undertaken an advanced Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. All training will take place on site in the workplace
• understand how pupils learn and develop
• know how to work with teachers to support assessments
• have gained knowledge of curriculum
• know how to develop strategies to support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning
• have gained communication and teamwork skills
• know how to solve problems and motivate pupils
• know how to build relationships

As well as ensuring full competency as a Teaching Assistant, this standard provides a foundation for potential progression into a number of career paths in the Educational sector including Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Assistant Teacher and Teacher.

Maltby Academy already has a strong team of professionals delivering high quality learning in and out of the classroom who work together to achieve our Academy vision ‘to deliver exceptional learning experiences that enable all young people to thrive in a competitive world and lead successful and fulfilling lives’. If you feel you would like to be a part of that team and could make a valuable contribution to driving standards and performance to the next level, we would like to hear from you.

Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and CPD