At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs and help them thrive in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join Inspire ATA, a top-rated apprenticeship agency dedicated to your growth.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and potential for full-time employment after the apprenticeship.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal and professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while building your career in education.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths required; passion for helping others is essential.
The predicted salary is between 19350 - 23650 £ per year.
Seeking an enthusiastic & compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join our team. Ideal for individuals who are passionate about supporting children with additional needs & eager to develop their skills within a specialist educational setting. SEPTEMBER start.
About the Employer
Inspire ATA is an official Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, licenced by the Department for Education. Currently ranked 1st in the Rate My Apprenticeship Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK Award 2024-2025. Inspire ATA specialises in creating apprenticeship opportunities, where we recruit and employ the apprentice on behalf of our host clients, enabling us to offer additional support and a better experience for both the apprentice and the client as the experts in the industry.
If you are successful in securing an apprenticeship with Inspire ATA, it is important to understand that Inspire ATA will be your employer and the apprenticeship placement will be a separate organisation that simply hosts you as an apprentice. As a Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, Inspire ATA performs an important role in developing the UK labour market and it is our responsibility to ensure that talent is recognised, developed, and matched with business needs, whatever the background of the individual, irrespective of gender, race, disability, age, religion or belief, relationship orientation, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity and gender reassignment. We are proud of the diverse nature of our business and work with clients to ensure that all candidates are treated with courtesy and respect.
What You'll Do
- Support pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups across a range of learning activities
- Assist in promoting pupils’ physical, emotional, and educational development
- Help implement individual learning programmes and therapy plans under supervision
- Support pupils with communication needs using strategies such as Signalong and specialist ICT
- Assist with personal care, feeding programmes, and mobility (including manual handling where trained)
- Support the use of specialist equipment and ensure it is maintained and used safely
- Promote positive behaviour in line with the Academy’s policies and individual support plans
- Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff
- Assist in preparing classroom resources and maintaining a stimulating learning environment
- Supervise pupils during break times, activities, and educational visits
- Support pupils in accessing community-based learning and life skills activities
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and other professionals
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of all pupils at all times
Training Outcome
There may be an opportunity for full-time employment within the Academy for the right candidate upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - A*-C/9-4 or Level 2 equivalent
Course Information
- Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Education and early years
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
- Working Week: Monday - Friday, 8.45am - 3.30pm (including a 30-minute break).
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED
Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship – Beacon Hill Academy in Aveley employer: INSPIRE ATA LIMITED
At Inspire ATA, we are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that empowers our apprentices to thrive. As a leading Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency, we offer exceptional training opportunities and a commitment to personal and professional growth, ensuring that every apprentice is equipped with the skills needed for a successful career in education. Located at Meadowhead School, our vibrant community values diversity and collaboration, making it an ideal place for aspiring teaching assistants to make a meaningful impact on young lives.
