1-1 SEND Teaching assistant apprentice

We’re delighted to be working with St Marie’s Primary School & Nursery to recruit a 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant Apprentice to support a pupil with special educational needs. If you’re compassionate, motivated, and passionate about helping children thrive, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in education while earning and learning. As an apprentice Teaching Assistant, you will provide 1:1 support for a SEND pupil, working closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and wider staff team. This role directly supports the pupil’s learning, wellbeing, and confidence—making a meaningful difference every day.

You'll be part of the Our Lady of the Magnificat Multi Academy Company, gaining valuable experience in a nurturing and inclusive school environment committed to excellence and child development.

What You’ll Do:

- Work with the class teacher to raise pupil achievement.
- Promote independence, self-esteem, and social inclusion.
- Support pupils individually or in groups to access learning.
- Adjust activities based on pupil responses and needs.
- Assist in delivering lessons, learning activities, and targeted interventions.
- Provide tailored 1:1 support for a pupil with SEND.
- Help develop communication, role play, and social skills.
- Encourage positive behaviour, cooperation, and engagement.
- Support personal, social, emotional development and self-esteem.
- Assist with implementing IEPs, EHCP provisions, and behaviour strategies.
- Supervise pupils on educational visits where required.
- Ensure the pupil’s safety, welfare, and inclusion at all times.
- Assist with planning, delivery, and evaluation of lessons.
- Monitor and record pupil progress, behaviour, and outcomes.
- Prepare teaching resources and maintain accurate records.
- Liaise with parents, specialist teachers, and other professionals.
- Contribute to review meetings (IEP, EHCP) where appropriate.
- Undertake administrative and classroom support tasks.

Training:

Training delivered in the workplace, tailored to your role by SCCU Group. You’ll work towards the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Standard and, if required, Functional Skills in Maths & English. Bespoke tuition, life & wellbeing support, access to employee assistance and ongoing training opportunities.

Training Outcome:

Potential for a permanent position upon successful completion. Progression into roles such as Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or SEND Support Worker.

Employer Description:
https://www.sma.magnificat.org.uk/

Working Hours :
35 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks plus INSET days).

Skills:
Communication skills,Patience,Team working,Organisation skills,Initiative,Attention to detail