Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship – Oasis Academy Lister Park

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential and succeed in their education? We are seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated individuals to join our team as a Teaching Assistant within our secondary school.

Key Details

Salary: £8.58 increasing to National Minimum Wage after 12 months

Working hours: Monday – Friday (shifts TBC) 37 hours per week

Location: Oasis Academy Lister Park, Bradford, BD8 7ND

Apprenticeship Details – 16 months expected duration to complete, working towards your Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship. (All learning is delivered online/ remote). 

Training Provider:  LMP Education (rated 1st best UK training provider)

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support the educational, social and emotional development of students, working closely with teachers and other professionals to help students access the curriculum, overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students in lessons across a range of curriculum subjects under the direction of teaching staff.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and improve attainment.
• Support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to access learning effectively.
• Promote positive behaviour and uphold academy expectations in line with behaviour policies.
• Encourage students to develop independence, resilience and confidence in their learning.
• Build positive professional relationships with students to support their personal development and wellbeing.
• Assist teachers with the preparation of learning resources and classroom organisation.
• Support literacy, numeracy and study skills interventions where required.
• Monitor and record student progress, reporting concerns and successes to teaching staff.
• Supervise students during lessons, examinations, educational visits and other academy activities as required.
• Support students during social times and transitions around the academy.
• Contribute to safeguarding and student welfare by reporting any concerns in accordance with academy procedures.
• Work collaboratively with teaching, pastoral and inclusion teams to support student progress and wellbeing.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion within the academy community.
• Uphold the values, ethos and policies of Oasis Academy.

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics.
• Commitment to completing the Teaching Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship programme.

Desired Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with young people.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Strong written and spoken English skills.
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Personal Qualities

• Eager to learn and develop professionally.
• Passionate about supporting young people to succeed.
• Keen to work within a secondary school environment.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable.
• Motivated and enthusiastic.
• Punctual, reliable and professional.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About the Employer

Oasis Academy is committed to providing exceptional education and opportunities for all young people. We strive to create a culture of high expectations, inclusion and personal development where every student can thrive. As part of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting students to achieve their academic and personal goals whilst developing your own professional skills through a nationally recognised apprenticeship programme.

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