Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant (Paid Training Included)

Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant (Paid Training Included)

Location: Leeds (LS23)
Pay: £10.00 – £13.00 per hour
Hours: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2026
Qualification: Fully Funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (CACHE)

Earn While You Learn

Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference every day?

We’re recruiting an Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive specialist school near Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience, earn a competitive wage, and achieve a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification – all while working full-time.

No previous school experience is required. If you’re caring, enthusiastic, and passionate about supporting young people, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Get

✅ £10.00 – £13.00 per hour
✅ Fully funded Level 3 CACHE Teaching Assistant qualification
✅ Get paid while you train
✅ Hands-on experience in a specialist SEND setting
✅ Ongoing mentoring and professional development
✅ Clear progression into Teaching, SEND, Pastoral Support, Youth Work, Psychology, and Education Careers
✅ £50 Amazon referral bonus

Your Role

As an Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll support children and young people with additional learning and emotional needs, helping them achieve their full potential.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting pupils with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning needs
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and positive behaviour
• Supporting classroom learning and interventions
• Helping teachers prepare lessons and learning resources
• Building positive relationships with students and staff

Every day is different, making this a highly rewarding role for someone who enjoys helping others succeed.

Who We’re Looking For

This role would suit:

• Aspiring Teachers
• Psychology or Education Graduates
• Youth Workers and Mentors
• Support Workers or Care Workers
• Existing Teaching Assistants seeking qualifications
• Career changers looking for meaningful work

You should be:

• Caring, patient, and resilient
• Passionate about supporting young people
• Reliable and committed to completing the apprenticeship
• A strong communicator and team player

Applicants must not currently be enrolled on another government-funded qualification.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to start a rewarding career in education and gain a recognised qualification while earning a competitive wage, apply now to secure your September 2026 start.

All applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check. Full support will be provided throughout the process.