Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship position at Claycots School, Britwell Campus Apprentices would be expected to work between 2 sites SL2 1QX & SL1 3UQ) Claycots School, Britwell Campus are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to work with the teachers to support the teaching and learning within the school. This is a fantastic prospect for an enthusiastic, positive and competent Individual, whilst also benefitting from opportunities for high-quality training and development. Apprenticeship Summary: Salary: £6.40 an hour, in April the Apprenticeship salary will increase to £7.55 an hour Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19 year olds Working week: Monday - Friday 8:30 am till 3:30 pm with a 30-minute lunch break Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 52 weeks of the year Expected duration: 18 months Online apprenticeship training supported by our skilled tutors Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship standard qualification Location: 145 Monksfield Way, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 1QX Duties: Assist the teachers to prepare the classrooms and clear up after use keeping the classroom in good order In conjunction with the teacher to proactively provide challenging learning opportunities To help with the planning, preparing, monitoring and assessing of the learning activities To implement strategies for teaching and learning differentiated to differing groups and pupils To be familiar with pupil’s individual targets, EHCP outcomes and individual lesson plans To use initiative and proactively facilitate the progress, integration and inclusion of pupils To supervise pupils at breaks and lunch To accompany pupils on trips and outside learning Ensure the safety of pupils, staff and self-using Team Teach Support pupils during integration opportunities or work experience placements Provide general admin support to the teacher In collaboration with the class teacher liaise with parents and other professionals, maintaining a professional approach at all times To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of pupils To provide support for pupils' emotional and social development by encouraging and modelling positive relationships To use ICT to support the teaching and preparing of resources To follow the school's behaviour policy to support pupils Following school procedures to attend to pupil’s social, health, physical, behavioural and medical needs in accordance with individual pupils' plans Be aware of key school policies and procedures, especially the health and safety and safeguarding policies, reporting concerns to the appropriate person Respect the confidentiality of pupil information and respond sensitively to pupils' needs To proactively improve your own practice through observation, training and discussion All staff to work towards the school development objectives promoting a mutually respectful professional and positive school environment Desired qualifications and Experience: A- C Level GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths Experience working with children and/or children with SEND Knowledge & Understanding: Relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with, safeguarding and the protection of children and young people Relevant aspects of relevant legislation eg Safeguarding (Keeping Children Safe in Education), Health and Safety at Work Skills: Communicate clearly and effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with all children and adults. Effectively work as a member of a team Good interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to people with understanding and tact; to communicate effectively with a wide range of potential audiences and to listen and understand the point of view and opinions of other people Be resilient and optimistic in order to manage day-to-day challenges in a busy school environment Take personal responsibility, demonstrate a readiness to reflect and self-evaluate and the ability to change, improve and develop Ability to establish positive relationships with students and empathise with their needs. Ability to provide levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to students’ needs Communicate clearly and effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing with all children and adults. Effectively work as a member of a team Good interpersonal skills and the ability to relate to people with understanding and tact; to communicate effectively with a wide range of potential audiences and to listen and understand the point of view and opinions of other people Ability to monitor the students’ response to the learning activities and, where appropriate, modify or adapt the activities as agreed with the teacher to achieve the intended learning What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end? The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship standard qualification Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program. Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary. What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship? Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment, the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. InspireLP