Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant

Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant – Special School

SEND Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | SEMH Support

Location:
Pay:£10.00+ per hour (above apprenticeship rate)
Start Date: April
Contract:Full-Time

Earn while you learn as a SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for aSEND Teaching Assistant rolewith training, pay from day one, and real long-term career progression in education?

We’re recruiting aTrainee SEND Teaching Assistantto join a supportiveSpecial Schoolin East Leeds, working with students across EYFS to KS4withSpecial Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)while completing afully 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 toLevel 4 HLTAand specialist SEND roles

• Full mentoring and structured support fromEngage Education

• Practical, school-based training with a strongSEND and SEMH focus

Key responsibilities

• Support students1:1 and in small groups

• Work with pupils withSEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties

• Support emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement

• Assist with literacy, numeracy, and subject-based interventions

• Implement support strategies fromEHCPs 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 an11-month apprenticeship

• GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ preferred

• Not currently enrolled on another government-funded course

Training & benefits

• Study completed flexibly duringschool holidays

• £50 Amazon referral voucher

• Full DBS application support

• Clear long-term career progression inSEND and Secondary education

Apply nowto start your career as aSEND Teaching Assistantand gain a recognised qualification while you earn.

All applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check – full support provided.