Apprenticeship Vacancies
Sealand CP School - Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship supporting pupils with ALN
Job Description
Sealand CP School aim is to provide a happy, secure environment in which our children enjoy a wide range of learning experiences, are encouraged to become independent learners and reach their maximum potential. Respect for all is key to the ethos of our school. Our mission statement ‘Working, Learning and Growing Together’ or ‘WLG at Sealand CP’ was formulated by our School Council in June 2012 following consultation within our school community.
Duties include:
As a teaching assistant you would support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom.
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant that can support children predominantly in Years 3 and 4.
Job roles will include:
- Working within a primary school full-time as a Teaching Assistant
- Supporting pupils with their numeracy
- Supporting pupils with their literacy
- Supporting pupils with additional learning needs (ALN)
- Be involved in displays and preparing resources
- Helping children who need extra support to complete tasks
- Understand the safeguarding and behaviour policy and their role within these policies
- Supporting a teacher in various roles within the classroom
- Ability to always conduct yourself in a professional manner whilst working in schools
- An eagerness to learn more about becoming a Teaching Assistant
- A passion for working with children
- Possess relevant qualities including patience and communication
- Ability to always show professionalism
- Ability to listen and learn from more experienced staff
- Any previous experience working with children
Essential Criteria:
- Experience working with children or young people with ALN.
- Understanding of child development and learning.
- Basic knowledge of the school curriculum (EYFS, KS1, KS2, etc., depending on the role).
- Awareness of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow teacher instructions and work independently.
- A genuine passion for working with children and helping them succeed.
- Commitment to inclusion and equality.
Desirable Criteria:
- Strong English & Mathematics
- Communicational skills relevant to both children and adults
- Competent skills in numeracy, literacy and ICT
- Ability to self-manage and organise own time
- Personal qualities
- Reliable
- Smart appearance
- Professional attitude
- A level of maturity with working in a school environment will be required
- Ambitious and hard working
- Desire to be a positive role model to young people
As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a structured training programme that includes:
- On-the-job training – gaining practical experience within a school setting.
- Off-the-job training – attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development, and learning strategies.
- Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.
- Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy, and communication.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in education with progression opportunities available upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements & Expectations
- A strong interest in working in an educational setting.
- A willingness to learn and undertake professional training.
- A commitment to completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification.
- Good communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- A professional and responsible approach to working with children.
- Full adherence to school safeguarding and conduct policies.