Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Oasis Academy Marksbury Road
About the Employer
Oasis Academy Marksbury Road is an all-inclusive Outstanding primary school in Bedminster, Bristol. We admit pupils aged 4-11 of all faiths and backgrounds, and are committed to achieving brilliance for all.
About the role
To provide support for the learning activities by children on an individual or group basis, under the general direction of the class teacher.
Key details:
- Working week: Monday to Friday, Shift time tbc at interview, 37 hours per week, Term time only
- Wage: £8.58 per hour.
- Location: Oasis Academy Marksbury Road, Marksbury Rd, Bristol BS3 5JL
- Apprenticeship Standard: Level 3 Teaching Assistant
Key responsibilities:
- Support children's learning under the guidance of the class teacher.
- Provide direct support to individual children and small groups, including pupils with SEND, to help them make progress.
- Model learning to small groups or individual pupils as directed by the class teacher.
- Make minor adaptations to learning activities to ensure accessibility for all pupils.
- Deliver intervention programmes selected by the class teacher.
- Provide verbal feedback to pupils during learning activities, recognising strengths and identifying next steps.
- Communicate pupils' achievements and progress to the class teacher through notes, assessment records, proformas or online observation tools.
- Supervise children during break times on a rota basis.
- Model a secure understanding of grammar and punctuation in Standard English, both written and spoken.
- Model a secure understanding of academy processes in Mathematics.
- Promote academy behaviour policies and follow academy procedures for behaviour management.
- Support the implementation of behaviour management strategies, including the consistent use of rewards and sanctions within agreed limits.
- Promote a positive learning environment.
- Report concerns regarding pupil behaviour to the class teacher.
- Encourage safe and responsible behaviour.
- Provide written statements relating to behaviour incidents when required.
- Follow safeguarding policies and report concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Carry out specified medical care procedures, including the administration of medication and first aid, following appropriate training.
- Provide intimate care where required.
- Offer reassurance and emotional support to pupils when needed.
- Prepare resources and materials for lessons under the direction of the class teacher.
- Assist with the creation and maintenance of classroom displays.
- Promote safe working practices and contribute to maintaining a safe environment for colleagues and service users in accordance with the Oasis Health and Safety Policy.
- Work in line with academy policies, procedures, codes of conduct and equal opportunities commitments.
- Ensure all work is completed to a high standard and complies with relevant legislation and professional standards.
- Participate in and commit to ongoing professional development.
- Communicate professionally and respectfully with colleagues, pupils and parents, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Apprenticeship Summary:
- You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 16 months!
- Training provider: LMP Group: https://lmp-group.co.uk/
- All online/remote learning, no classroom or college day release
- An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship!
Skills & Personal Qualities Required:
- Good organisational skills, ability to show initiative
- Good communication skills
- Good ICT skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to reflect
- Ability to demonstrate patience with firmness
- Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Emotional resilience in working in a range of challenging situations
- Willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours that flow from the Oasis ethos
Qualifications Required:
- GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) essential
- GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) essential
Other things to consider:
- You will be required to provide the details of two references before proceeding to interview stage.
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