Apprentice Teaching Assistant
Maltby Academy
Rotherham
- Expired
- Salary:
- £10,733 - £19,185 PER ANNUM
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- As Soon As Possible
- Apply by:
- 6 September 2024
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Maltby Academy for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team. The successful candidate will:
- establish good relationships with students and responding appropriately to individual needs
- work with the teacher to establish an appropriate learning environment
- support students consistently, whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualities:
- effective communication skills
- IT skills
- organisation skills
- problem solving skills
- presentation skills
- administrative skills
- number skills
- analytical skills
- be logical
- pay attention to detail
- be a team player
- be creative
- use their initiative
- be non-judgemental
- be patient
- possess an excellent timekeeping and attendance record
The qualifications below are essential to access the apprenticeship programme:
- GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Mathematics and English (Grade Level 2) essential
- GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English (Grade C/4 or above) essential
Upon completion of the 18-month apprenticeship programme, the candidate will:
- have undertaken an advanced Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. All training will take place on site in the workplace
- understand how pupils learn and develop
- know how to work with teachers to support assessments
- have gained knowledge of curriculum
- know how to develop strategies to support and encourage pupils to move towards independent learning
- have gained communication and teamwork skills
- know how to solve problems and motivate pupils
- know how to build relationships
- have gained professional standards in teaching and education
As well as ensuring full competency as a Teaching Assistant, this standard provides a foundation for potential progression into a number of career paths in the Educational sector including Higher Level Teaching Assistant, Assistant Teacher and Teacher.
Maltby Academy already has a strong team of professionals delivering high quality learning in and out of the classroom who work together to achieve our Academy vision ‘to deliver exceptional learning experiences that enable all young people to thrive in a competitive world and lead successful and fulfilling lives’. If you feel you would like to be a part of that team and could make a valuable contribution to driving standards and performance to the next level, we would like to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will:
- be committed to Maltby Learning Trust's Vision and Values and the Academy's Key Drivers.
- be a driven, proactive, and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards.
- have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour.
- be 100% committed in supporting the Academy uphold the highest expectations of students
- Work proactively with other colleagues, leaders and multi-agencies to support all students;
- have the ability to engage, inspire and build excellent relationships with both students and staff;
- have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Maltby Academy operates.
In return we offer:
- An outstanding induction programme with supportive and dynamic staff.
- Mentoring and support from an experienced team.
- An opportunity to work collaboratively within a multi academy Trust.
Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
For further information regarding the Academy please contact: Kirsty Gaffney, PA to the Principal on kgaffney@maltbyacademy.com
For further information regarding the apprenticeship programme, please contact: Ms Amanda Ogley at a.ogley@barnsley.ac.uk
The 'Role Description' and 'Person Specification' can be accessed from our website careers page.
BENEFITS:
Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme and CPD
Attached documents
About Maltby Academy
Join a Warm, Supportive and Ambitious Community at Maltby Academy
At Maltby Academy, our culture of care and compassion, underpinned by high expectations, provides the foundation for exceptional learning experiences. Our Key Drivers of resilience, aspiration, confidence, responsibility and community shape our daily behaviours, actions and decisions, ensuring we consistently work towards our shared vision of 'Delivering exceptional learning experiences that enable all young people to thrive in a competitive world and lead successful and fulfilling lives'.
We are proud of our warm and welcoming culture, where strong relationships truly matter. Colleagues, students and families work together with mutual respect and a shared commitment to securing the very best outcomes for every young person. Pupils at Maltby Academy feel safe, valued and supported because staff know them well and celebrate their individuality.
As recognised by Ofsted:
“Behaviour in lessons is good. Pupils enjoy learning and work hard. They are active participants in their learning. They ask questions, share their ideas and support each other. Staff have high expectations of every pupil, and pupils are keen to meet these expectations. Pupils behave well around the school.”
As part of the Maltby Learning Trust, we uphold positive and inclusive values that promote professional growth, collaboration and wellbeing. You will be joining a team that combines ambition with genuine care, within an academy that values continuous improvement and strong community engagement.
We know that it is our staff that make the difference. We want all staff to have fulfilling careers and we have a comprehensive professional development package that is tailored to the individual needs and aspirations of all our staff, fully preparing them for the next stage in their career.
Whether you are at the start of your career or ready for the next step, Maltby Academy is a place where you can make a meaningful difference, working alongside talented and dedicated professionals committed to providing exceptional experiences for all.
A visit to the Academy is warmly encouraged. This will provide an opportunity to meet the Principal and key Middle and Senior Leaders and to discuss the post in more detail.
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