Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship At Big Creative Academy

About the role

🌟 Join BCA and Make a Real Difference! 🌟

We're all about building a supportive and innovative place to learn and grow, and we're looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our awesome team. If you're passionate about helping young people thrive and want to be part of a forward-thinking organisation that values your well-being, this could be your next big move! 🚀

What you'll be doing:

You'll be working closely with our SENCo and Inclusion Manager, providing crucial support to students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Your mission? To help them smash their learning goals, boost their independence, and reach their full potential! 💪 This could be in the classroom, in small groups, or one-on-one, always with the guidance of our teaching staff.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering personalised support programmes designed to get students fully engaged in their learning.
• Inspiring independence and making sure everyone feels included in Academy life.
• Providing targeted 1:1 or small group support to build confidence and understanding.
• Keeping an eye on attendance, progress, and outcomes for students with EHCPs, and keeping records shipshape. 📊
• Getting info ready to help with assessments, reviews, and inspections.

What we're looking for:

• Experience working with young people aged 16-23.
• Experience supporting young people with additional needs.
• A passion for creative arts and sports! 🎨⚽
• A strong commitment to promoting equality and anti-racism. ✊
• Understanding and appreciation of BCA's values and ethos.
• GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience supporting students with a range of SEND (like Autism, ADHD, Mental Health issues).
• A basic understanding of the SEND Code of Practice 2014.
• Experience using student databases.

Why BCA?

We’re a successful organisation that really cares about your work-life balance and offers flexible working opportunities. Come be part of a positive and purposeful culture! ✨

Key responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support and care programmes under direction of SENCo
• Encourage independence and inclusion across all aspects of Academy life
• Provide targeted support on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Monitor attendance, progress, and outcomes for students with EHCPs
• Prepare and collate information to support assessments, reviews, and inspections

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade 4 - 9 or equivalent), Maths (grade 4 - 9 or equivalent))