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Learning Support Assistant

Employer
Oasis Academy Silvertown
Location
Newham, Greater London
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£17,893 a year
Start Date
To Be Confirmed
Expires
14th January 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1523763
Suitable for
Apprentices
Start Date
To Be Confirmed
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Contract Length: 1 year 4 months
  • Suitable for: Apprentices
  • Job ID: 1523763

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Responsibilities will include:

The post holder is responsible to their line manager and to the Phase Leader for their duties, responsibilities, and tasks

The post holder will adhere to the school’s values and vision, abiding by the agreed policies and procedures to ensure provision is of the highest quality

The post holder undertakes support for the teachers of the children within the school and the associated pastoral and administrative duties in respect of those pupils as well as the general responsibilities in the school as agreed with the Headteacher

The post holder will interact on a professional level with all colleagues and establish and maintain good working relationships which will promote the development and effective delivery of the school curriculum and maximise children’s achievement

The post holder will be responsible for the pastoral care and safeguarding of the children within their session, class or groups, ensuring that children’s safety, wellbeing and welfare are at the forefront of all they do

To implement agreed work programmes with individual pupils /groups and support teaching staff in the development and education of pupils, including the provision of detailed and specialist skills/knowledge in particular areas

To assist the teacher in the whole planning, teaching, and assessment cycle

To supervise and lead groups of children (including during lunchtime)

To implement all policies and practices in line with the ethos of the school

Through reflective practice, support a creative, inclusive curriculum which values learning through and smaller group working practices

To support excellent progress for children across all areas of development through effective participation in observation, assessment and planning

To help create a stimulating environment which supports learning

To support parents in becoming competent and confident co-educators

Where you'll work

303 N Woolwich Rd, London

E16 2BB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

LET ME PLAY LIMITED

Training course

Teaching assistant (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Training schedule

You will work towards your Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification across a total duration of 16 months

Training provider: LMP Group

All online/ remote learning, no classroom or college day release

An allocated tutor will support you throughout the apprenticeship

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Administrative skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience


After this apprenticeship

The right candidate may be offered a permanent position after completion of the apprenticeship


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Safeguarding Statement:

Oasis Academy Silvertown is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
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