Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - Cotgrave CofE Primary School About the employer: Our school is a place where every child is nurtured and valued within a loving, family-oriented community rooted in Christian values. We aim to inspire a lifelong love of learning, fostering curiosity, creativity, and resilience in every child. New parents and carers are always welcome to visit us, experience our excellent facilities, and get a real sense of our warm and inclusive learning environment. Overview of role: To work under the direct instruction of teaching staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher or in our SEND sensory provision, to support access to learning for pupils, including those identified as having severe learning difficulties and those with challenging behaviour in a range of different learning situations and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. Key details: Monday to Friday (Shifts TBC) Hours: 37 hours per week Term-time only (39 weeks per year) Wage: (£10,608 rising to £12,514 in April 2025 Location: Cotgrave CofE Primary, The Cross, Cotgrave, Nottinghamshire NG12 3HS Apprenticeship details: Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Qualification Duration of course: 16 months Training Provider: LMP Education (Rated No 1 Training Provider in the UKð) All learning delivered online/ remotely alongside placement at school. Full Duties and Responsibilities: Understand and support the special educational needs of pupils, ensuring their safety and access to learning. Supervise and motivate pupils, monitoring their social, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Assist with reading, exam support, and tailored learning activities. Encourage interaction, independence, and self-esteem while promoting positive behavior. Provide feedback on progress and help develop, monitor, and review pupil profiles and IEPs. Help prepare and use materials, resources, and ICT to aid learning. Support teachers by maintaining a constructive learning environment, monitoring pupil progress, and assisting with classroom displays and interventions. Supervise group or individual tasks, practical activities, and school trips. Assist with SEND department resources and maintain school displays. Support pupils during breaks, after-school activities, and out-of-school learning. Please note this is a concise list of responsibilities - we will provide a full overview during the screening process We are looking for someone who will: Be passionate about working with children in education Be enthusiastic, child centred and ready to inspire learning Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills Provide 1-1 or small group support in all areas of the curriculum Be flexible to work with children across all key stages of their early years and primary education Work closely with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), providing tailored support to meet their individual needs Apprenticeship Training: The apprenticeship training will take place in house while you are at the workplace. We book once a month training session with your allocated tutor. This will be on a platform called BUD. Here your tutor will go through the modules and units of your course. We also have 6-8 weeks monthly review plans, this will be with yourself, line manager and tutor. The training you will be undertaking is Teaching Assistant Level 3. Skills & Personal Qualities: Good organizational skills, ability to show initiative Good communication skills Good ICT skills Ability to work as part of a team Ability to reflect Ability to demonstrate patience with firmness Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with children Ability to maintain confidentiality Emotional resilience in working in a range of challenging situations Qualifications Requirements: GCSE or equivalent (Functional skills) English (Grade 4) essential GCSE or equivalent (Functional skills) Maths (Grade 4) essential Next steps & Pre-employment checks: Permitting you’re eligible for the role) Please expect to receive contact from our LMP Education Recruitment team, to discuss your application further. Additionally, please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, DBS checks and references will be obtained as part of your enrolment. LMPEducation