Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant – Paid Training & Qualification

Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant – Paid Training & Qualification Included

Location:

Boston Spa LS23
Pay: £10.00 – £13.00 per hour (above apprenticeship rate)

Contract:

Full-Time

Start Date:

September 2026

Earn While You Learn as a SEND Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?

We are recruiting a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant to join the dedicated team at a Specialist School in Boston Spa, supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) while completing a fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain a recognised qualification, develop specialist SEND skills, and build a rewarding career within education.

The School is a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil is valued and supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The specialist learning spaces support children and young people who are hearing impaired, on the autistic spectrum, or have complex sensory and communication needs. Through personalised learning, specialist interventions, and a strong commitment to inclusion, we empower pupils to develop independence, confidence, communication skills, and readiness for their next stage of education and life.

• £10.00+ per hour (above standard apprenticeship wage)
• FREE Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (CACHE)
• Paid employment from day one
• Specialist SEND training and practical classroom experience
• Full mentoring and structured support throughout your apprenticeship
• Experience working alongside specialist staff supporting communication, sensory, and learning needs
• Clear progression routes into HLTA, SEND specialist, pastoral, therapy support, and teaching careers

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups throughout the school day
• Work with children and young people with autism, hearing impairments, sensory processing needs, and communication difficulties
• Support pupils to access learning through adapted resources, specialist strategies, and personalised approaches
• Promote communication, social interaction, emotional wellbeing, and independence
• Assist in implementing strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)
• Help create positive, structured, and inclusive learning environments
• Support sensory regulation and engagement through specialist learning spaces and interventions
• Encourage participation in classroom activities, enrichment opportunities, and wider school life
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, specialist support staff, and families to meet individual pupil needs
• Assist with lesson preparation and the adaptation of learning resources

This role is ideal for:

• Aspiring teachers or SEND specialists
• Psychology, education, speech and language, youth work, or health and social care graduates
• Existing Teaching Assistants seeking a formal qualification
• Care workers, support workers, youth workers, or mentors
• Career changers passionate about supporting children with additional needs

No previous school experience is required — we are looking for individuals who are patient, compassionate, adaptable, and committed to helping every pupil succeed.

• Commitment to completing an 11-month apprenticeship programme
• GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 or above preferred
• Eligibility to undertake a government-funded apprenticeship
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn specialist SEND approaches
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs

• Fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Flexible study completed around school commitments and school holiday periods
• Specialist SEND training focused on autism, communication, sensory needs, and inclusive practice
• £50 Amazon referral voucher
• Full DBS application support
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Clear long-term career progression within SEND and specialist education settings

Start your career in specialist education while gaining a recognised qualification and making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

All applicants must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check. Full support will be provided throughout the process.