Early Years Apprentice (TV32219)

Beacon Primary School

Vacancy for Early Years Apprentice

We are currently seeking an entry level apprentice to train as an Early Years teaching assistant in our school. This post will be Monday to Friday, term time only plus 5 training days. The apprenticeship period will be between 13-18 months (35 hours per week).

Beacon Primary is a caring school with a commitment to high standards.

Desired skills and personal qualities;

• Be willing to learn.

• Be a positive role model in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance.

• Have the ability to organise and prioritise your own workload whilst working alone or as part of a team.

• Give attention to detail.

• Have the capacity, drive, passion and energy to succeed.

• Hold yourself to high personal standards.

• Have excellent communication skills.

• Be committed to helping and supporting children from all backgrounds.

• Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures including the ability to handle confidential information.

• Have an excellent health and attendance record.

• Have an adaptable and professional approach to the responsibilities of the post.

• Have an understanding of and commitment to the equal opportunities policy.

• Have good ICT skills.

Qualifications required;

GCSE English and Mathematics Grade A-C or equivalent Level 2 Functional Skills.

Rate of Pay: The current National Minimum Wage for an apprentice is £3.90 an hour. This rate applies to apprentices under 19 and those aged 19 or over who are in their first year. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that is part of their apprenticeship.

The above is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities of the post. The tasks involved within each responsibility area have not been detailed.

Application forms and further details can be obtained from the school website: www.beaconprimaryschool.co.uk and returned to postbox@beacon.walsall.sch.uk

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will require an enhanced DBS clearance.

Informal visits will be taking place on Thursday 17th October at 9.30am or 1pm – please call School to book a place.

Closing date for completed application forms is 12noon on Monday 21st October

Interviews will be held w/c 4th November 2019