Teaching Assistants work in Primary, Special and Secondary education across all age ranges encompassing special educational needs and emotional vulnerabilities.
The primary role of the Teaching Assistant is to support the class teacher to enhance pupils’ learning either in groups or individually, ensuring pupils understand the work set, know their learning objectives and stay on task in order to make progress. Promoting self-belief, social inclusion and a high self-esteem play an integral part to pupils’ well-being; ensuring pupils thrive in a positive, nurturing, safe environment. It is an active role supporting the learner to access the curriculum. They are good role models, act with honesty and integrity, take part in team meetings; contribute to planning and class activities. Promoting Fundamental British Values through spiritual, moral, social and cultural development and positive behaviours are crucial in contributing to improved pupil progress and development.
What you'll learn
Course content includes the following knowledge –
- Understanding how pupils learn and develop
- Recognising the importance of using appropriate technology to support learning.
- Working with teachers to understand and support assessment for learning
- An appropriate knowledge of the curriculum and context you are working in.
- Keeping Children Safe in Education
The Apprentice should have the necessary skills for the following-
- Developing strategies for support
- Communication and team work
- Working with teachers to accurately assess
- Using technology
- Problem solving/ability to motivate pupils
The Apprentice should also be able to demonstrate –
- Building relationships/ embracing change
- Adding value to education
- Promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
- Professional standards and personal accountability
- Team working, collaboration/ engagement
You will receive training at work with mentor support and a College assessor will monitor your progress and support you through the Apprenticeship.
You would be able to access the college facilities providing extra resources if needed.
Apprentices must receive 20% off the job training.
Progression
Work as a teaching assistant, classroom assistant or learning support assistant. 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.
Entry requirements
Whilst any entry requirements will be a matter for individual employers, typically an apprentice might be expected to have already achieved 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, Grade C or above or 4/5 (new grading). Some employers will accept other relevant qualifications and experience, including a relevant Level 2 qualification.
Additional information
As an apprentice with Activate Apprenticeships, you will have access to the following facilities at Activate Learning colleges:
Libraries and learning environments
Ability to borrow books and laptops
Digital resources and programmes
A student card, allowing you to take advantage of student discounts
Can apply for an Apprentice extra Totum Card
Advice and support services for apprentices includes:
Advice and Admissions
Learning Support
Student Support
Impartial careers advisors
One-to-one support
A college nurse
Free counselling service
