Teaching Assistant Apprentice

About this opportunity

This is a great opportunity to start a career in education with Jasiel Study Club. You will work collaboratively with all staff and parents in order to support student wellbeing and to promote the five outcomes of Every Child Matters.

A normal day would include:
• Maintaining good relationships with colleagues and work together as a team
• Assisting in the supervision of classroom activities
• Contributing to the overall ethos/work/aims of Jasiel Study Club
• Being aware of and supporting difference and ensure all pupils have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
• Providing curricular clerical/admin support, e.g. photocopying, admin duties
• Under the direction of the teacher, preparing the classroom for lessons and clear afterwards, including display work as appropriate
• Undertaking pupil record keeping as requested (e.g. provide a written statement on pupil progress to the teacher)
• Establishing good relationships with pupils
• Being aware of and comply with child protection procedures, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting any concerns to the relevant member of staff.
• Maintaining high standards of health and safety at all times

At Jasiel Study Club in Manchester, learning is about much more than simply imparting knowledge. Therefore we use modern teaching methods to suit the individual learning needs of our students and to build teamwork and a sense of social responsibility.

What you could go on to do:
You could progress onto a level 3 advance apprenticeship in supporting teaching and learning.

How you will be supported:
Full training and support will be provided by The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role.

What will happen next:
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:

• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there:
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

What you should have to apply

GCSE grades A-C/4-9 in maths and English or level 2 functional skills
Good IT Skills

Personal Qualities

Organised and punctual with a flexible and positive approach to all aspects of their work
Calm under pressure
Professional
Tactful and diplomatic in all interpersonal relationships
100% reliable and committed

Skills

Good communication skills with the ability to work well within a team, yet able to use your own initiative when required.
The ability to establish constructive relationships with students, acting as a role model by presenting a positive personal image and responding appropriately to individual needs.
The ability to undertake basic administrative tasks, such as photocopying, making lists, recording progress and keeping records up to date