Teaching Assistant Apprentice, DNHH

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Sir Thomas Wharton Academy for an Apprentice Teaching Assistant to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team. The successful candidate will:

• establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and responding appropriately to individual needs
• work with the teacher to establish an appropriate learning environment
• prepare the classroom as directed for lessons, and clear afterwards, and assist with the display of students' work
• support the movement of students with disabilities around the academy site
• participate in the handling of students with disabilities
• support students consistently, whilst recognising and responding to their individual needs
• effective communication skills
• IT skills
• organisation skills
• problem solving skills
• presentation skills
• administrative skills
• number skills
• analytical skills
• be logical
• pay attention to detail
• be a team player
• be creative
• use their initiative
• be non-judgemental
• be patient
• possess an excellent timekeeping and attendance record

• GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Mathematics and English (Grade Level
  2) essential
• GCSE or equivalent Mathematics and English (Grade C/4 or above) essential

• be committed to Maltby Learning Trust's Vision and Values and the Academy's Key Drivers.
• be a driven, proactive, and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards.
• have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour.
• have the ability to inspire and enthuse students
• be confident, approachable, firm and fair
• be committed to raising standards for all
• have the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas
• be an excellent professional with high expectations of all learners and staff within the team.
• have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Sir Thomas Wharton Academy operates.