Apprentice Teaching Assistant

About this opportunity

Clinton Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic apprentice with a passion for working with children. Clinton is a school built on strong relationships with a team of staff who support each other to provide the best for everyone in the community

A normal day will involve:

The role will include working under the class teacher’s instructions to:
• Teach children in small groups
• Support children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities to access learning
• Help with Midday supervision
• Help create a stimulating environment in which to learn
• Facilitate good learning by helping to prepare resources

What you could go on to do
An apprenticeship at Clinton gives you an opportunity to go on to work as a Teaching Assistant here, if a vacancy arises, or at another school. For some it provides the first step on the ladder towards becoming a teacher.

How you will be supported
Full training and support will be provided by NST part of The Growth Company to help you achieve your apprenticeship and reach your full potential in your role. At Clinton, you will be provided with a mentor and with the chance to learn from an experienced staff team, keen to help.

What will happen next

New applicants to NST part of 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

• GCSEs in English and Maths of at least a C/4 grade or equivalent.

Personal Qualities

• Patient
• Hardworking
• Committed
• Cheerful
• Conscientious
• Flexible
• Resilient

Skills

• Relate well to children and adults
• Be self-sufficient
• Motivate children
• Follow instructions (including school policies, in particular related to Safeguarding)
• Effective communicator