Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant – Secondary School
Apprentice - £13,990 - £15,906 SEND Full time
SEND Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | SEMH Support
Location: Bolton
Pay: £10.00 – £13.00 per hour (above apprenticeship rate)
Start Date: 9th November 2026
Contract: Full-Time
Earn while you learn as a SEND Teaching Assistant
Are you looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant role with training, pay from day one, and real long-term career progression in education?
We’re recruiting a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Secondary School in Bolton, working with students across KS3 and KS4 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) while completing a fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.
Why this role stands out
● £10.00+ per hour (above standard apprenticeship wage)
● FREE Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (CACHE)
● Clear progression to Level 4 HLTA and specialist SEND roles
● Full mentoring and structured support from Engage Education
● Practical, school-based training with a strong SEND and SEMH focus
Key responsibilities
● Support students 1:1 and in small groups
● Work with pupils with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties
● Support emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement
● Assist with literacy, numeracy, and subject-based interventions
● Implement support strategies from EHCPs and behaviour plans
● Support inclusion within the classroom and specialist provisions
● Assist teachers with lesson preparation and learning resources
● Support targeted interventions and revision sessions
Who should apply
This role is ideal for:
● Aspiring teachers or SEND specialists
● Psychology, education, or youth work graduates
● Teaching Assistants or support staff looking to gain qualifications
● Youth workers, care workers, or mentors
● Career changers passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
No school experience required — just the right attitude.
Requirements:
● Commitment to an 11-month apprenticeship
● GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ preferred
● Not currently enrolled on another government-funded course
Training & benefits
● Study completed flexibly during school holidays
● £50 Amazon referral voucher
● Full DBS application support
● Clear long-term career progression in SEND and Secondary education
Apply now to start your career as a SEND Teaching Assistant and gain a recognised qualification while you earn.
All applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check – full support provided.
