SEN Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Manor Primary School

• Support the class teacher with the day-to-day running of the classroom
• Work with individual pupils, small groups and the whole class to support learning and engagement
• Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and positive attitudes towards learning
• Support children with their learning activities, following guidance and instructions from the class teacher
• Prepare and organise classroom resources and learning materials
• Provide encouragement and positive support to pupils, promoting good behaviour and the school’s values
• Support pupils with additional needs and adapt support where appropriate, under the direction of the teacher
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming and well-organised classroom environment
• Assist with classroom routines, transitions, break times and other aspects of the school day
• Develop positive and professional relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, behaviour and confidentiality
• Take part in training, supervision and regular feedback as part of the apprenticeship

Training

• Teaching Assistant level 3 SEND Pathway 
• Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard
• Tutor support via online platform

After the apprenticeship

• Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship
• Level 5 higher level teaching assistant apprenticeship available

Things to consider

Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.