Teaching Assistant Apprentice

About the role

🚀 Join Our Team as a Teaching Assistant Apprentice! 🚀

Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School, part of the awesome Tudhoe Learning Trust, is on the hunt for a motivated Teaching Assistant Apprentice! This is your chance to dive into the world of education for up to 18 months and make a real difference. 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫

What's the Gig?

📍 Location: Stephenson Way Academy & Nursery School

⏰ Hours: 32.5 hours per week (term-time only!)

🗓️ Duration: Up to 18 months apprenticeship

What You'll Be Doing:

You'll be supporting our amazing pupils across different year groups, helping them shine! This could involve:

• Working with small groups to boost learning. 🤝
• Providing one-to-one support to help every student thrive. ✨
• Ensuring all pupils can access and enjoy our curriculum. 📚

What You'll Learn & Develop:

This apprenticeship is your launchpad to a career in education! You'll gain vital skills and knowledge, including:

• Understanding key safeguarding guidelines like ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ Part 1. 🛡️
• Becoming familiar with our safeguarding policies and the Prevent strategy. 💡
• Recognizing the different stages of child development and how pupils transition between year groups. 👶➡️🧒

Perks of the Job:

We've got your back! As part of our team, you'll enjoy:

• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). 💰
• A Cycle to Work scheme – pedal your way to a healthier you! 🚲
• Convenient onsite parking. 🚗
• An Employee Assistance Programme for support when you need it. 🤗
• Awesome employee discounts. 💸
• Loads of opportunities for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and upskilling! 📈

Ready to kickstart your career and inspire young minds? Apply now! 🔥

Key responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning in various ways.
• Providing group work and one-to-one support for pupils.
• Working across different year groups.
• Supporting and encouraging pupils to move towards independent learning.
• Adhering to statutory guidance and safeguarding policies.