Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship at Harlow Fields School and College
Are you passionate about supporting young learners who have complex needs? We’re looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join a dynamic school environment and make a real difference in pupils' education.
If you're ready to start your journey in education and gain hands-on experience, we’d love to hear from you!
Apprenticeship Overview:
- Salary: £8 an hour, Automatic pay increase after one year on programme for 19+ year olds
- Working Week: Monday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed
- Hours: 30.5 hours per week
- Duration: 18 months
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND Pathway Apprenticeship standard qualification
- Online training supported by our dedicated tutor
- Location: Tendring Rd, Harlow, Essex, CM18 6RN
- Website: Harlow Fields School and College
Duties and responsibilities:
- Support and engage pupils based on their individual needs and skills
- Assist with planned learning activities, adapting as needed
- Build positive relationships with pupils and encourage their development
- Provide feedback on progress under the teacher’s guidance
- Help develop literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills in the classroom
- Support pupils’ personal, social, and welfare needs
- Promote positive behaviour and keep students focused
- Assist in planning, evaluation, and progress tracking
- Help create a fun and supportive learning environment
Additional Responsibilities:
- Assist with classroom displays and preparation of learning materials
- Supervise pupils during break times and school trips
- Support activities such as PE and swimming
- Follow school policies on health, safety, and welfare
- Attend training and school meetings as needed
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A team player with a positive and empathetic attitude
- Organised, proactive, and eager to learn
- A role model who values confidentiality and professionalism
- Passionate about working in a SEND environment
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
The successful candidate will obtain a Level 3 Teaching Assistant SEND Apprenticeship standard qualification.
Each apprentice will have their own dedicated tutor who will conduct monthly remote tutorials and reviews, providing continuous support throughout the apprenticeship program. Depending on the apprentice’s needs, the frequency of these sessions may vary.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Potential full-time employment for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
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.
Skills Required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Teamwork, positivity, and empathy
- Organization, proactivity, and willingness to learn
- Confidentiality and professionalism
- Passion for working in a special educational needs and disabilities environment
What We Do
LMP Group is a UK-based collective of three education-centric companies dedicated to inspiring ambition and widening horizons within the education industry. As an award-winning training provider, they specialise in delivering apprenticeships and funded training programmes across the education, early years, professional, and business sectors, providing alternative education, traineeships, and employability and upskilling solutions for schools, employers, and individuals across the UK.
