Apprenticeship Vacancies
Ysgol Treffynon - Pastoral Support Apprentice
Job Description
At Ysgol Treffynon, we are committed to providing a supportive and caring environment with educational experiences that excite and inspire our pupils, creating a spark for learning that will continue throughout their lives.
Duties include:
|
As a pastoral support you would support teachers and help children with their educational and social development, both in and out of the classroom. In this role you will work with form tutors, to ensure the welfare and progress of students in their learning, personal development and at certain transition/intervention points. Job roles will include: · Working within a Secondary school full-time as a Teaching Assistant · Maintain high levels of attendance and punctuality, and working to improve it; · Be the first point of contact for students and families when personal matters affect learning · Support students’ progress by monitoring attendance and punctuality and acting effectively to improve it · Work with agencies in school and beyond to support students and their families · Maintain school records on attendance, progress, interventions and communications for evaluation, accountability and statutory purposes 1. Work within school systems on safeguarding and communication to inform senior leaders · Contribute to students’ personal development as a mentor and coach; · Provide lunchtime and break supervision each day, being available for and interacting with students, whilst ensuring that good order is maintained. · Be involved with sharing information on Student Services · Working with children aged 11 to 18 years 2. Ability to conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times whilst working in schools Essential · Understand the importance of inclusion, equality and diversity and to promote equal opportunities for all. 1. Uphold and promote the values and ethos of the school. 2. Uphold all policies procedures and codes of practice of the school. 3. Take a proactive approach to health and safety to minimise and mitigate potential hazards and actively contribute to the security of the school. 5 4. Participate in workplace learning and development opportunities and work to continually improve own and team performance. 5. Undertake such other duties of a similar nature as the Headteacher may reasonably require |
Essential Criteria:
- An eagerness to learn more about becoming a Pastoral Support
- A passion for working with children
- Possess relevant qualities including patience and communication
- Ability to listen and learn from more experienced staff
Desirable Criteria:
- Any previous experience working with children
- Any prior experience with special educational needs (SEN)
- Strong English & Mathematics
- Communicational skills relevant to both children and adults
- Competent skills in numeracy, literacy, and ICT
- Ability to self-manage and organise own time
- Personal qualities
- Reliable
- Smart appearance
- Professional attitude
- A level of maturity in working in a school environment will be required
- Ambitious and hard-working
- Desire to be a positive role model to young people
As part of this apprenticeship, the successful candidate will undertake a structured training programme that includes:
- On-the-job training – gaining practical experience within a school setting.
- Off-the-job training – attending sessions covering safeguarding, behaviour management, child development, and learning strategies.
- Regular assessments and feedback to track progress and improve skills.
- Additional learning support, particularly in literacy, numeracy, and communication.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in education with progression opportunities available upon successful completion.
Entry Requirements & Expectations
- A strong interest in working in an educational setting.
- A willingness to learn and undertake professional training.
- A commitment to completing the apprenticeship and gaining the qualification.
- Good communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
- A professional and responsible approach to working with children.
- Full adherence to school safeguarding and conduct policies.