Trainee Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant – Paid Training and Qualification Included

Company: Engage Partners Limited
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Location: Leeds
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Trainee Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant – Paid Training & Qualification Included

Leeds (LS23)£250 per weekMainstream PrimaryFull-Time | September 2026 StartFully Funded Level 3 Qualification Included

Start Your Career in Education While Getting Paid

Are you passionate about supporting young people and looking for a rewarding career in education?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive mainstream primary school in Boston Spa as an Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant, where you’ll gain hands‑on classroom experience while completing a fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.

Why Apply?

  • Gain a FREE nationally recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (CACHE)
  • Get paid from day one while learning on the job
  • Excellent long-term career progression opportunities in SEND and education
  • Full mentoring and training from experienced education professionals
  • Ideal stepping stone into teaching, psychology, youth work, or pastoral support

About the Role

As an Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant, you’ll support students with additional learning and emotional needs in a welcoming and inclusive school environment.

You will:

  • Support students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
  • Work with pupils with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties
  • Help students develop confidence, engagement, and emotional regulation
  • Support classroom learning, literacy, numeracy, and interventionsAssist teachers with lesson preparation and learning resources
  • Encourage positive behaviour and inclusion across the school

Every day is different, making this a highly rewarding role for someone who enjoys building relationships and making a genuine difference.

Who This Role Would Suit

This opportunity is perfect for:

  • Aspiring teachers or SEND specialists
  • Psychology or education graduates
  • Youth workers, mentors, or care workers
  • Teaching Assistants wanting formal qualifications
  • Career changers looking for meaningful work
  • Anyone passionate about supporting young people

Requirements

We’re looking for someone who is:

  • Caring, patient, and resilient
  • Committed to completing an 11-month apprenticeship
  • Passionate about supporting children and young people
  • A strong communicator and team player

Preferred (but not essential)

  • GCSE Maths & English Grade 4/C or above
  • Experience working with young people or vulnerable individuals

Applicants must not currently be enrolled on another government-funded course.

Training & Benefits

  • Fully funded Level 3 CACHE Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship
  • Flexible study completed during school holidays
  • Full enhanced DBS support provided
  • £50 Amazon referral bonus
  • Clear progression routes into HLTA, SEND, pastoral, and teaching careers

Apply Today

If you’re looking to start a rewarding career in education and want to earn while you learn, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now to secure your September 2026 start.

All applicants must hold — or be willing to obtain — an enhanced DBS check. Full support provided throughout the process.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026