Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – Freemantles Primary/Secondary/FE
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Company: INSPIRE ATA LIMITED
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Location: Woking, GU22 0AN
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Education and early years
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Ref: NAS-2000049174
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Application Deadline Date: 31/08/2026
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Start Date: 01/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 9:15am - 3:15pm.
Brief Description
Freemantles is a vibrant, forward-thinking special school, proudly rated Outstanding in all areas by OFSTED in November 2023. We specialise in supporting children and young people aged 4-19 with complex social communication needs, including Autism. We are looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant Apprentice.
Training to be Provided
- Study towards a relevant qualification, Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant Diploma
- On-the-job training and mentoring from experienced professionals
- Regular review meetings to track progress and development
Future Prospects
Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with Teachers, the Lead Assistant, and other staff to support a safe, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment. Help deliver a suitable curriculum and care for the students.
Main Duties:
- Help students with learning activities inside and outside the classroom
- Support play during breaks and assist with trips, encouraging safety and independence
- Help students take part in all subjects, including arts, sports, and swimming
- Join and support students on residential and community outings
- Work closely with the class team to create a positive learning environment
- Support students with personal needs like toileting and feeding
- Assist in setting up and organising classroom resources
- Follow school policies and take part in training and development
- Carry out therapy activities under guidance from professionals
- Help manage challenging behaviour using safe strategies (after training)
- Support transitions between activities and use hands-on guidance to aid learning and communication
Other Information
Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.