Teaching Assistant Apprentice
Level: 3
Employer: Rivington & Blackrod High School
Location: Rivington And Blackrod High School Rivington Lane Horwich
This a fantastic opportunity to join one of the biggest academy trusts in the Bolton Area. The role will be based at Rivington & Blackrod HS and will allow you to develop your knowledge and understanding of the role of a Teaching Assistant whilst receiving valuable, practical work experience in a school.
Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
Expected start date: 02/09/2025
Hours per week: 30 hours
Wage: (Annually)
Job role includes
- Raise standards of achievement for all students
- Encourage students to become more independent learners
- Provide support for their emotional, social, and physical welfare
- Support the inclusion of students in all aspects of school life
- Work under the direction of the line manager, class teachers, and other staff to support the learning of whole classes, selected groups or individuals as instructed
- Study relevant qualifications while you earn
- Supervising class activities
- Assisting with young people’s learning experience
- Helping students who might need extra support
- Attending relevant school meetings as required
- Respecting confidentiality at all times
- Promote positive student behaviour in line with school policies and help keep students on task
- Interact with, and support students, according to individual needs and skills
- To support learning by arranging/providing resources for lessons/activities under the direction of the teacher
- Demonstrate a positive commitment to equality and diversity
About employer
Rivington and Blackrod High School is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Founded in 1566, our school has held an important place in our community for centuries, and we are very proud of our tradition as a successful, forward-thinking and caring school. We pride ourselves on offering excellent education in all curriculum areas and a wide range of learning and enrichment opportunities. Our Christian values underpin all that we do in ensuring that all of our students achieve the highest academic standards and develop spiritually, morally, socially and culturally.
- The apprentice will be studying towards their Teaching Assistant level 3 qualification which will include attending Bolton College one day a month
- This role is an ideal foundation for anyone considering a career either as a Teaching Assistant or Classroom Teacher
- You will be based in a classroom environment and the main focus of your role will be providing support to teaching staff and students in a variety of ways
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- A desire to work with children
- Reliable and Punctual
