Job Description

Palmerston School is an outstanding school that provides high quality education for pupils aged 11-19. This is an exciting opportunity for those who wish to work within special educational needs whilst being supported by a strong and nurturing team of colleagues.

Training and Qualification

Work As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff. What you'll do at work The apprentice will be working towards the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship qualification. If the succesful apprentice does not hold GCSE grades A*-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skills in the relevant subject (Math and English) Training will be provided by North West Community Services Training and the employer school. This will take place regulary through online sessions and face to face sessions within the school. There is no need to travel for training sessions. Where you'll work Minehead Road Aigburth L17 6AU

Required Skills & Qualification

Desirable qualifications GCSE or equivalent in: English (grade 4 and above) Math (grade 4 and above) Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know. Skills Communication skills Attention to detail Organisation skills Customer care skills Problem solving skills Presentation skills Administrative skills Number skills Logical Team working Creative Initiative Non judgemental Patience Physical fitness Other This employer asks for a 2 week trial for candidates before an offer of apprenticeship can be made.

Employer

Palmerston School

Aigburth, L17 6AU

Provider

NORTH WEST COMMUNITY SERVICES TRAINING LTD

About Employer

Palmerston is an outstanding school that provides high quality education for pupils aged 11-19. We believe that all young people should experience a learning environment which nurtures, supports and challenges them to develop their independence skills, to be happy and confident. The positive relationships we have built between pupils, staff, governors, parents and our neighbouring community are highly valued and now we are fully established on our new site we look forward to building on these. We place great emphasis on developing independence and communication skills and have the highest expectations of our pupils encouraging them to achieve their goals no matter how big or small.