Job Description

Location:

Spittal VC School, Spittal, Haverfordwest SA62 5QR

Subject:

Teaching Assistant

Hours:

22

Contract:

Term time

Salary:

8.60p.h

As a teaching assistant you would support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom.

Duties include:

Working within a primary school full-time as a Teaching Assistant Supporting pupils with their numeracy Supporting pupils with their literacy Supporting pupils with their ICT skills Supporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN) Be involved in displays and preparing resources Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks Understand the safeguarding and behaviour policy and their role within these policies Working with children aged 3 to 11 years Supporting a teacher in various roles within the classroom Ability to conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times
Essential Criteria:

An eagerness to learn more about becoming a Teaching Assistant A passion for working with children Possess relevant qualities including patience and communication Ability to listen and learn from more experienced staff
Desirable Criteria:

Any previous experience working with children Any previous experience with special educational needs (SEN) Strong English & Mathematics Communicational skills relevant to both children and adults Competent skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT Ability to self-manage and organise own time Personal qualities Reliable Smart appearance Professional attitude A level of maturity with working in a school environment will be required Ambitious and hard working Desire to be a positive role model to young people
As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a

structured training programme

that includes:

On-the-job training - gaining practical experience within a school setting.*

Off-the-job training - attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development, and learning strategies.*

Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.*

Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy, and communication.*

This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in education with

progression opportunities

available upon successful completion.

Entry Requirements & Expectations

A

strong interest in working in an educational setting.*
A

willingness to learn and undertake professional training.*
A commitment to

completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification.*
Good

communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.*
A

professional and responsible approach to working with children.*
Full adherence to

school safeguarding and conduct policies*

QualificationsMinimum A*-C GCSE (or equivalent) in English and MathsApprenticeships To Be Undertaken:Level 2/3 Supporting, Teaching and Learning

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 8.60 per hour

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person