EYFS Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Meadstead Drive
Barnsley, S71 4JS
United Kingdom
Salary: NJC 2 £16,566 (actual salary) £22,366 FTE) well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: 32.5 hours a week - 38.4 weeks per year
Contract: Fixed term- for the duration of the apprenticeship approx 18-21 months
Start date: ASAP/ Negotiable
Looking to make a difference every day?
Our warm and friendly school is excited to be adding to our team and as a result we are seeking a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to support our early years provision. You will be enrolled onto our Level 3 teaching assistant apprenticeship to support your career development.
Your contribution will ensure smooth delivery of; an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
You are somebody who has:

• Motivation and enthusiasm to support early years within a school setting.
• Understanding of pupil’s learning needs, including SEND needs.
• The skills to help students to develop independent learning skills.
• Ability to deliver individual and small group targeted interventions.

You are someone who’ll be able to:

• To take ownership of your apprenticeship training.
• Complete the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Standard - https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/teaching-assistant-v1-1
• If you don't have evidence of Maths and English GCSE C or above (or an equivalent) you will also need to complete a Level 2 functional skills programme as a part of the apprenticeship. The fees for this and the apprenticeship are fully covered by the levy and the ESFA at no cost to the learner.

Training:
Your Trainer will meet with you in the workplace or online every 2-4 weeks. In between these meetings you will have dedicated time away from your job to work on the apprenticeship and collate evidence for your apprenticeship e-portfolio with ongoing support from your Manager and Trainer.
This is an exciting opportunity to be in a real job, with real variety, from day one whilst working towards a qualification. The successful candidate will have excellent people and communication skills and will be flexible to adapt to changing situations.
To be eligible for the Apprenticeship, applicants must have resided in the UK or EEA for 3 years prior to the start of the Apprenticeship. Please note: applicants must not have already completed a Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship.
This will be a fixed-term position and the duration of the apprenticeship will be determined by the job role and current skills. The typical duration of the apprenticeship is 21 months, however, can be longer or shorter depending on existing knowledge, skills and experience.
About the school:
Here at Meadstead Primary Academy we have a special and unique learning community that is proud to serve the village of Royston, and surrounding areas. Our staff commute not just from Barnsley, but from Wakefield, Doncaster, Sheffield and beyond.
The children benefit from the academy having a shared ethos of excellent teaching and learning alongside a keen focus of improving teaching and learning.

Who is Lift Schools?

We’re a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 57 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they’ve ever had.
We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.
We offer you:

• Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
• Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
• Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

The role is due to commence ASAP/ Negotiable This is a fixed term position position.
Closing date: 3rd November
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
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