Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship - SEND
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Company: ST BARTHOLOMEWS PRIMARY SCHOOL
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Location: LONDON, SE26 4LJ
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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-2000030196
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Application Deadline Date: 01/09/2026
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Start Date: 02/09/2026
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Positions Available: 2
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Working Week: Monday to Friday - 8:30am to 3:45pm, supporting teaching and learning during the school day. Paid hours: 35 hours per week Working pattern: Term time only (38 weeks per year).
Brief Description
The Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship with Best Practice Network is designed for those who want to start or develop a career supporting children in schools. The programme combines paid work in a school with structured training, allowing apprentices to gain real classroom experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Training to be Provided
Teaching Assistant Level 3.
Future Prospects
After successfully completing the Teaching Assistant apprenticeship, there are several progression routes available within education, depending on experience and interest.
Possible next steps include:
- Teaching Assistant (qualified role) - continuing in the same setting with increased responsibility
- Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) - supporting whole classes and leading learning activities
- Specialist support roles - such as SEND support or one-to-one pupil support
- Further apprenticeships or qualifications - including higher-level education or childcare pathways
Many apprentices go on to build long-term careers in education. The apprenticeship provides a strong foundation of classroom experience, confidence, and practical skills needed to progress within a school environment.
Vacancy Detail
As a Teaching Assistant apprentice, you will work in a school setting supporting teachers and pupils on a day-to-day basis while completing your apprenticeship training.
You will:
- Support pupils during lessons, individually or in small groups
Help children with their learning, including reading, writing, and maths activities - Assist pupils with additional needs, following guidance from the teacher or SEN team
- Prepare classroom resources and help set up learning activities
- Support behaviour and encourage positive learning attitudes
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
- Supervise pupils during activities, break times, or school events when required
- Observe and learn from experienced staff to build confidence and skills
- Complete apprenticeship coursework and training as part of your role
- Work closely with teachers and other school staff to support pupils’ progress
- Throughout the apprenticeship, you’ll receive support from your school and tutor, helping you develop the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for a future career in education
Other Information
Applicants must:
- Be fully committed to completing the apprenticeship programme
- Have a genuine interest in working as a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant
- Be willing and able to support children with additional needs in a school environment
- Be prepared to pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
- Be reliable, punctual, and able to work term time only
- Be happy to combine work with coursework and training requirements as part of the apprenticeship