TA Apprentice
Kirton Lindsey Primary School is excited to welcome a TA Apprentice to its friendly and caring team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and eager to make a difference in their learning and development.
The role offers the chance to gain hands-on classroom experience, learn from dedicated staff, and begin a rewarding career in education within a supportive and nurturing school community.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to the school’s ethos and promote diversity, inclusion, equality, and acceptance of all learners.
- Support the implementation of safeguarding policies and uphold safe practice, including online safety and confidentiality.
- Work in partnership with teachers, the SENDCo, external professionals, and parents/carers to support each learner’s progress.
- Reflect on their own practice and identify opportunities for professional development.
- Understand and support the specific needs of learners to help them achieve their individual goals.
- Encourage and teach positive learning behaviours, supporting pupils to become independent and motivated learners.
- Build strong, positive relationships with pupils and promote positive behaviour, following the school’s behaviour policy.
- Support pupils’ social, emotional, and mental wellbeing, as well as their personal care needs when required.
- Deliver small group and one-to-one learning activities under the guidance of the class teacher.
- Contribute to planning and assessment by helping to monitor, record, and report pupil progress.
- Help prepare and maintain a stimulating, safe, and engaging classroom environment.
- Support or lead enrichment activities, including school trips, clubs, and special events.
Skills & Knowledge
- Kind, patient, and passionate about helping children succeed.
- Positive, reliable, and eager to learn from experienced staff.
- Able to work well as part of a supportive team.
- Willing to take initiative and show enthusiasm for school life.
- Committed to promoting inclusion, wellbeing, and equality for all learners.
Key Info
Employer: Kirton Lindsey Primary School
Location: Gainsborough, DN21
Wage: £7.55 per hour
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Job Category: Teaching Assistant
About the Employer
Kirton Lindsey Primary School is a vibrant and nurturing school community where every child is supported to achieve their best. The dedicated staff team works together to create an environment that promotes curiosity, confidence, and kindness – values that extend to every member of the school family.
The successful apprentice will receive:
- Hands-on training and mentoring from experienced teachers and support staff.
- The opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification as a Teaching Assistant.
- Experience in a warm, inclusive, and community-focused school.
- A supportive environment that values professional growth and wellbeing.
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