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Teaching Assistant (Apprentice)

Leigh Academy Milestone, Longfield, Kent, DA3 8JZ

This job expired on 18 July 2022 – see similar jobs

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  18 July 2022 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 June 2022

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Term Time + 1 week, 31.75 hours per week
• Contract type: Fixed term - 12-18 month approximately
• Full-time equivalent salary: Actual Salary £7,380 per annum (£10,000 full time equivalent)

Teaching Assistant (Apprentice) job summary

About the role: Milestone Academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Apprentice) to join their vibrant team as soon as possible. The successful candidates will undertake a Level 3 Teaching Assistant apprenticeship. Whether you are a school leaver or more experienced Teaching Assistant/Learning Support Assistant, this programme will offer you the chance to develop your skills and get ahead in your career. This role is ideal for those who genuinely have a passion for helping children, particularly with learning difficulties. Candidates who are appointed will receive full support and training from colleagues and teachers. The basis of the role is fixed term for the duration of the apprenticeship (12-18 month approximately), 31.75 hours per week, Term Time + 1 week. Our successful candidates will work towards a nationally-recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, delivered by LAT Apprenticeships. Click here to read more about LAT Apprenticeships. Apprenticeship Summary Working weeks: Monday - Friday during Term Time +1 week Total hours per week (on average): 31.75 hours per week (including the 20% training element of the Apprenticeship Programme) Apprenticeship duration: 12 - 18 months Programme delivery type: All modules are delivered as a combination of online learning which can be completed at your place of work, classroom sessions and contrasting work placements in schools Start date: As soon as possible Apprenticeship level: Advanced Level Apprenticeship (Level 3) Apprenticeship standard: Teaching Assistant Essential entry qualifications: GCSEs A* - C, Maths and English Click here to view the Programme Information Guide Future prospects: This apprenticeship could be the start of a very promising career within the wider teaching support remit. Your employer will endeavour to offer further employment following successful performance and completion of the Level 3 course with future opportunities to extend your training with a higher level apprenticeship programme. You’ll receive Continuing Professional Development and you’ll be part of a highly experienced student support team – you’ll be learning from the very best!​​​​​​​ Essential skills: Excellent organisational and planning skills with outstanding attention to detail Demonstrate a high level of initiative Computer literacy in usual office applications A genuine passion to work with children and young adults Committed and enthusiastic Excellent attendance and time-keeping record.​

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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About Leigh Academy Milestone

• School type: Academy, ages 2 to 19
• School size: 371 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Leigh Academy Milestone website
• Email address: talent@latrust.org.uk
• Phone number: 01634412200
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/milestone-academy

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