Teaching Assistant​/learning Support Assistant Apprentice

Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant Apprentice

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Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio is a 13-19 Mainstream Studio School based in Darwen, Lancashire, specialising in Creative/Technical Digital Technologies and Care Sector. We are currently ranked as the number one performing college for progress at KS5 in the borough and within a 132km radius. We have recently received an OFSTED rating of Good in all areas during a September 2021 inspection.

Established in 2013 and located in the heart of historical Darwen on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, the Studio is the town’s best kept secret. Focused on nurturing talent in students and staff across core and creative subjects and improving the life chances of every student. As a small school with a maximum of 250 students we offer a unique opportunity to work in a state‑of‑the‑art, iconic and historic building as part of a small cohesive team of staff.

A permanent position may be offered upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. Opportunity to learn and develop within the Trust. Progression on to higher apprenticeship / training.

• To support the learning and emotional/social/behavioural needs of students in accordance with Trust policies.
• To communicate regularly with subject specialists to provide and gather information regarding students additional needs and to assist in the preparation and adaptation of learning materials/resources.
• To prepare and host interventions with groups or individual students in accordance with training given.
• To assist in the assessment of student needs to benchmark against targets set by the teachers.
• To continually review the students support needs and use specific feedback to help students make progress.
• To liaise with parents and other partner organisations to ensure the needs of the child are understood.
• To ensure students use technology safely.
• To provide support for personal care where necessary.
• To take part in and ensure the smooth and effective administration of the provision.
• To produce accurate records, whilst working within deadlines.
• To use computer systems, including specialist software, e.g. online registration, intervention programmes, and management information systems.
• To attend team and all other meetings regarding both student and curriculum development.
• To share information, as required with the Safeguarding Lead, in accordance with training and policies.

• Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard, in which you will receive training to develop and demonstrate the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour, also includes:
• Level 3 Diploma Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• End-Point Assessment (EPA).
• NCFE combined knowledge and competency‑based qualifications.
• Work‑based learning.
• 20% off‑the‑job training.
• Training is delivered online and face‑to‑face.
• A nominated tutor.
• Functional Skills in maths and English if required.

Monday - Friday, times to be confirmed.

Internship

Full-time

Education and Training

Education