Trainee Teaching Assistant – Secondary School – Bury

Company: Engage Partners Limited
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Location: Bury St Edmunds
Job Description:

Trainee Teaching Assistant Secondary School


Secondary Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant | Classroom Assistant


Location: Bury


Start Date:September 2026


Contract: Full-Time


Earn while you learn as a Secondary Teaching Assistant


Are you looking for aSecondary Teaching Assistant job with training, pay from day one, and real career progression?


We’re recruiting aTrainee Teaching Assistant to join a welcomingSecondary School in Bury, supporting children across KS3 and KS4 while completing afully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.


Why this role stands out



  • FREE Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (CACHE)

  • Progression toLevel 4 HLTA

  • Full mentoring and support fromEngage Education

  • Practical, school-based training designed for Secondary settings


Key responsibilities



  • Support pupils1:1 and in small groups

  • Assist with phonics, literacy, numeracy, and interventions

  • Help manage classroom behaviour and engagement

  • Support children’s emotional and social development

  • Assist teachers with lesson preparation and resources


Who should apply



  • Aspiring teachers

  • Psychology or education graduates
  • Support staff

  • Career changers passionate about working with children


No school experience required — just the right attitude.


Requirements



  • Commitment to a 11-month apprenticeship

  • GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ preferred

  • Not enrolled in another government-funded course


Training & benefits



  • Study completed flexibly duringschool holidays

  • £50 Amazon referral voucher

  • DBS application support

  • Clear long-term career progression in secondary education


Apply now to start your career as a Secondary Teaching Assistant and gain a recognised qualification while you earn.


All applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check – full support provided.

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Posted: June 2nd, 2026