Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding appropriately to individual needs
Assist and support pupils, including those with special needs, in respect of personal, local and national learning strategies across the curriculum, as directed by the teacher
Ensure all pupils are safe and have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop
The role may include supporting pupil’s personal programmes, relating to social, health, physical, hygiene, and welfare matters
The pupil may also need assistance to access different areas of the school. Following appropriate training and in line with school procedures, to administer basic first aid and/or medication as required
Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher
Promote self-esteem and encourage pupils to act independently as appropriate
Provide feedback on pupils’ personal needs as appropriate
Support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour, reporting difficulties as appropriate. Support pupils to understand instructions
Gather, report information from/to parents/carers as directed.
Be aware of pupil problems/progress/achievements and report to the teacher as agreed
Undertake basic pupil record keeping as requested
Prepare the classroom as directed for lessons and clear-up afterwards
Assist with the display of pupils’ work
Prepare and maintain equipment/resources as directed by the teacher and assist pupils in their use
Provide routine clerical support for teachers, e.g. photocopying, filing, collecting money, checking deliveries and placing goods in stock and maintaining records of stock
To understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity, both when working with pupils and with colleagues, and to promote equal opportunities for all
To uphold and promote the values and the ethos of the school.
To implement and uphold the policies, procedures and codes of practice of the School, including those relating to customer care, finance, data protection, ICT, health & safety, anti-bullying and safeguarding/child protection
To take a proactive approach to health and safety, working with others in the school to minimise and mitigate potential hazards and risks, and actively contribute to the security of the school, e.g. challenging a stranger on the premises
To participate and engage with workplace learning and development opportunities to continually improve your own performance and that of the team/school, subject to the school training plan
To attend and participate in relevant meetings as appropriate
To undertake any other additional duties commensurate with the grade of the post
Training
Attend Oldham College one day per week
After the apprenticeship
Full-time employment
Any successful apprenticeship who demonstrates the ability and necessary skills to carry out the role of a SEND TA to a high standard, would be considered for any permanent vacancy that may arise in the school
This would be part of a further recruitment process
Things to consider
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
The successful candidate will be supporting pupils with SEND on a 1-1 or small group basis
Entry requirements
GCSEs: English grade Grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent; Maths grade Grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent
What you’ll need
GCSE
English: Grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent
GCSE
Maths: Grade 9-4/A*-C or equivalent
Checks
DBS check
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
Skills: Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience
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