Apprentice Teaching Assistant SEND

North East Ambition; Stanley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in England seeks a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice with a focus on supporting children with SEND. This fixed-term apprenticeship offers extensive training and experience in a supportive environment, ideal for those passionate about education and inclusion. Candidates should expect to work collaboratively with staff in promoting a positive learning atmosphere.

Benefits

Potential for free pupil transport

Qualifications

• High expectations and commitment to raising standards for children with SEND.
• Interest in making learning exciting and enjoyable.
• Experience supporting pupils with complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND in a specialist setting.
• Assist with the integration of pupils into mainstream classrooms.
• Participate in training related to curriculum and SEND support.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Experience with SEND pupils

Ability to support complex needs

Commitment to high standards

Job description

School: Greenland Community Primary School

Job Role: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprentice with SEND

Contract Type: Fixed Term Apprenticeship – 18

Salary:£7.55 per hour, rising after 12 months

Working Pattern: 18 Month Apprenticeship Contract Monday – Friday 37 hrs per week. Term Time only.





We are looking for an apprentice teaching assistant who has a passion for working with children with additional needs. You will be well supported to develop into highly skilled teaching assistant and will receive a significant training package including curriculum, assessment, SEND support etc. We strongly recommend interested candidates to contact the school for a discussion around this exciting position and how the future of this role could develop.



Our highly inclusive school is dedicated to delivering outstanding teaching & learning opportunities for all pupils, regardless of need, through a culture of co-production, experiential learning and growth, where carers and professionals work together to support the holistic development of the child.



If possible, the successful candidate would also join our team of staff which at times is able to provide free pupil transport using school vehicles as either a driver or as an escort.



The successful applicant will have a keen interest in predominantly working with children with SEND, mainly on a small group basis in a specialist setting with the opportunity to support them to re-integrate into mainstream.





You will need to be wholly committed to becoming an integral member of our hard- working and dedicated team and will:



• Have high expectations and a strong commitment to support with raising standards for children with SEND;



• Learn how to make learning exciting, memorable and enjoyable;



• Have experience with, and a keen interest in supporting SEND pupils, including pupils with complex

needs;



• Support pupils, who display complex and challenging behaviour;





You will have the opportunity to learn how to work within mainstream provision in school as you support children with SEND to integrate into a mainstream classroom. The candidate must be willing to work hard to develop their understanding of high-quality teaching & learning strategies as well as knowledge of supporting children with SEND in education.





Application forms are available online at Vacancies | SLP and should be returned, preferably via email to: [e-mail]



For an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact Mrs Ramage



Closing date for receipt of applications: Midday, Friday 11 July 2025



Interviews will be held: Thursday 17 July 2025