Key Stage 1 Reception Class Teaching Assistant Apprentice J3471 – Stockbridge Village Job at Liverpool, England, United Kingdom Full Time NEW

Liverpool

Posted 8 hours ago

We are looking for an Reception Teaching Assistant Apprentice to work with the Reception teaching team and study towards a Level 3 Apprenticeship.

• Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS): Reception
• Ages: Children in Reception are typically between 4 and 5 years old
• Focus: Prime areas (communication and language, physical development, personal, social and emotional development) and specific areas (literacy, maths, understanding the world, expressive arts and design) through play based learning.

Duties Will Include

• Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the school and promote diversity, inclusion, equality and acceptance of all learners in line with school policies, including by challenging stereotyped views, bullying or harassment
• Implement safeguarding policies and safe practice, including online safety, in line with legislation, policies and procedures, including maintaining confidentiality
• Work in partnership and liaise with other professionals (such as the teaching staff, SENDCo, or external advisors) and parents/carers to support all learners’ learning and development
• Reflect on your own practice and identify appropriate professional development opportunities with the support of colleagues
• Understand the specific needs of Reception learners and use age appropriate, play based strategies (such as continuous provision, role play and outdoor learning) to support all children to achieve their next steps
• Promote engagement and early learning behaviours, helping children to join in, share, take turns, follow simple routines and develop independence in self care
• Establish warm, nurturing relationships with children and promote positive behaviour, consistently applying the school’s and EYFS behaviour expectations and modelling calm, respectful interactions
• Support the social, emotional, mental health, wellbeing and personal care needs of all learners (for example toileting, dressing, eating) in line with organisational policy and procedures
• Deliver individual and small group support within clearly defined/planned parameters in partnership with the teacher and other professionals, for example in early phonics, early mark making, counting and language development
• Contribute to assessment and planning by observing children’s play and learning, and helping to record simple observations, notes and photos in line with EYFS practice as agreed with the teacher
• Support the development of a stimulating, safe and language rich learning environment by contributing to the preparation and rotation of continuous provision areas, indoor and outdoor resources and child friendly displays
• Help to set up, supervise and tidy away activities, ensuring that equipment is safe, clean and appropriate for young children
• Support or lead enrichment activities appropriate for Reception children, for example local walks, visitors into school, stay and play sessions and simple clubs or story times
• This list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to take on other duties appropriate to an apprentice Teaching Assistant role in Reception to support the effective and efficient running of the class and school.

The school works in partnership with priests, parishioners and families to establish a community of love, peace and harmony between all in a climate of mutual trust and openness.

£8.00 per hour paid pro-rata

30 hours per week

Monday to Friday

Hours will be spread between Monday to Friday inclusive (actual hours to be agreed by the school).

There will be no hours worked during school holidays.

Qualifications Required

GCSE grades 3 to 9 (A* to D) or equivalent in English and Mathematics

Job Features

Job Category Key Stage 1 Reception Class Teaching Assistant Apprentice Job Ref Number: J3471 Skills Required: Good communicator, Ability to deal with pressure, Adaptability, Commitment, Enthusiasm, Honesty and Integrity Qualifications GCSE grades 3 to 9 (A* to D) or equivalent in English and Mathematics

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Job Category Childcare, Teaching & Learning

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