Teaching Assistant Review
at Realise
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Teaching
Doncaster
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I work in a setting with children aged 3-5 years. I am responsible for making sure they are safe, happy and reaching their potential. We have focused learning times and times where the children can choose their own activities I am one of the first aid trained staff members and so I deal with any accidents in a day to day basis.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy the course I’m doing, each webinar attend I learn so many new things. I always enjoy doing my own research afterwards to develop my knowledge and often find that I come across the things I’ve learnt in the webinars in the classroom. There are so many aspects of the course I learn about that I can relate to within my role.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt so many new skills since starting my new role. I completed the three day first aid course at the beginning of my employment so that was a huge learning curve. Being in the classroom has taught me lots of new things, such as learning to remain calm in all situations, teaching children how to regulate their emotions, learning alternative ways of teaching children with additional needs. Learning the goals of the eyfs framework and how we implement that.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
I find the programme to be really well organised, I have a webinar each month together with a zoom call with my tutor. After the call with my tutor I have work set which I then have 4 weeks to complete. The system used to upload all of my work is easy to use and all of the course material is easily accessible.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My employer is extremely supportive, I feel that I can raise any concerns or ask any questions. I have been offered extra webinars that Realise have offered as addition to my the webinars included in the course which my employers have allocated time for me to attend. They are always really encouraging and supportive.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
My trainer assessor is really supportive. I am always able to contact her via email or text. She always responds promptly and sends any information I have requested or points me in the right direction of where to look. She always checks that I am ok and have no concerns on our monthly zoom call.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel that the qualification helps me massively to be better in my role. I have learnt so many new skills that I am able to implement daily. Understanding how children learn and the ways in which I can help them to develop those skills can only impact in a positive manner.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes. There are social events to attend every term, which is usually a meal. We often have school activities such as discos or fairs which we can attend too. They also have a chocolate Wednesday which is to boost staff morale and to say thank you for our efforts throughout the week.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Realise to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have had a positive experience with Realise since starting my course. The Trainers who run the webinars are very knowledgable and are approachable if I have any questions. They always offer to help anyone at the end if they are struggling with anything in particular. My trainer assessor is so helpful and knows what she is doing.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Realise?
Follow what your trainer assessor says, attend all the webinars and complete your assessments on time. It really couldn’t be easier and if you have any queries don’t be afraid to speak up and ask for help, there will always be someone to offer advice and point you in the right direction.
