Introduction

This position involves supporting the class teacher, the Headteacher and the Governing Body in creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for pupils with severe learning difficulties, profound and multiple learning difficulties or autism. The role includes providing tailored support to help pupils overcome barriers.

About the Employer

Springwood Heath Primary School is an inclusive mainstream primary school with a well-established enhanced resource provision for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), particularly those with significant physical difficulties that impact access to learning. The school is committed to ensuring that every child is able to achieve and thrive through a highly personalised approach, offering formal, semi-formal and pre-formal curriculum pathways to meet a wide range of learning needs. Specialist staff work closely with therapists, healthcare professionals and families to provide tailored support, including therapeutic interventions, communication development and personalised learning programmes. The school’s enhanced resource provision is further strengthened by on-site access to physiotherapy and nursing support, enabling pupils with complex physical and medical needs to participate fully in school life. This inclusive ethos, combined with high-quality teaching and specialist expertise, ensures that all pupils are supported to develop academically, socially and emotionally within a nurturing mainstream environment.

What You'll Do

Contribute to curriculum planning and evaluation while supporting the delivery of teaching programmes
Assist in lessons and interact effectively with teachers and pupils
Adapt learning activities according to pupil needs and progress
Support the use of ICT in learning and help pupils grow in confidence and independence with technology
Provide individual and group support by explaining tasks, reinforcing key concepts, and sustaining engagement and motivation
Deliver short whole class sessions such as reading activities
Encourage communication and participation through role play and interactive tasks
Promote inclusion, teamwork, and positive relationships among pupils
Foster independence, confidence, and self-esteem in pupils
Assist teaching staff with planning, delivering, and evaluating lessons
Monitor pupil progress and offer constructive feedback to the teacher
Contribute to assessment through observation, reporting, and accurate record keeping
Support classroom management by preparing and organising resources, equipment, and materials
Complete administrative tasks including producing learning materials and managing coursework
Liaise with parents, carers, specialist teachers, and external professionals to support pupil development
Ensure pupil safety, welfare, and inclusion while providing personal and hygiene support when needed

Training Outcome

Possible full-time employment upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Skills Required

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Passionate about education

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - Maths and English - 4

Course Information

Course: Teaching assistant (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Education and early years

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 8.45am - 3.30pm, 30 mins unpaid lunch break.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 4 Months

Number of Positions Available: 14

Training Provider: LET ME PLAY LIMITED

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