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Location

West Coker, Somerset | United Kingdom

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Job description

An exciting opportunity has come up to appoint an enthusiastic teaching assistant to become part of our friendly and supportive team. You will be supporting an EYFS child on a one to one basis in a Key Stage 1 classroom. You will also be preparing some materials and recording progress and observations.

This role will be classroom-based with the successful candidate taking direction from the class teacher and SENCO to provide high quality support to small groups of children and individuals.

Duties will include:

- To help children of all abilities, including those with special educational needs to
learn as effectively and independently as possible, both individually and in small
groups
- To prepare materials and resources to support individuals, small groups and
classroom activities
- To work with children on individual targets in reading, writing and maths

We are looking for someone:

- Who is calm, flexible and imaginative
- Has good interpersonal skills and is able to use their initiative as well as working
well in a team
- Has a good level of English, maths and IT skills
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A willingness to undertake the following training is essential:

- Children Protection and Prevent Training
- First Aid Training
- Food safety Training

The successful candidate will be:

- Committed to safeguarding and confidentiality
- Committed to inclusion and equality
- Professional, reliable and flexible
- Calm and consistent
- Able to follow school policies and guidelines
- Able to cooperate and liaise well with the SENDCo and other professionals

The school is able to offer:

- The opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive environment
- The opportunity to work with an experienced and enthusiastic school team
- A commitment to professional development
- A caring and innovative atmosphere

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
- Functional Skills in English and maths Level 2 if required
- End Point Assessment: Practical workplace observation; Q&A session;
Professional Discussion

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Fixed Term until August 2025 in the first instance with potential to extend

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