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SEN Teaching Assistant Apprentice - Full-time - Special Needs Position

LAT Apprenticeships, Strood

  • Ref:MED886-123-44S
  • Posted:06/03/2025
  • Pay:£14,208 pro rata + £1,491 SEN Allowance
  • Start Date:As soon as possible
  • App Close Date:18/03/2025 at 13:00
  • Interviews:21st March 2025

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Join Abbey Court School as a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant Apprentice!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs? Abbey Court School in Strood, Kent, is offering a fantastic opportunity to become a Level 3 SEN Teaching Assistant Apprentice. This is a rewarding role within a friendly and supportive environment, perfect for those who are highly motivated and eager to work with children with complex needs.

About the Role:

  • Position: Apprentice Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term – 22 Months)
  • Hours: 37 hours per week, 195 days per year (39 weeks)
    • Monday to Thursday: 8:45 AM – 4:45 PM
    • Friday: 8:45 AM – 4:15 PM
  • Salary: £8.60 per hour (£14,208 pro rata + £1,491 SEN Allowance)
  • Location: Working across both school sites as needed (both sites are in Strood)
  • Programme Provider: LAT Apprenticeships
  • Training Duration: 22 months (learning delivered online with one face-to-face session per month)

Why Join Abbey Court School?

  • Supportive and Inclusive Environment: Work as part of a dedicated team, with four TAs and one teacher per class, ensuring high-quality support for every student.
  • Exciting and Engaging Facilities: The school offers specialist resources, including a hydrotherapy pool, sensory rooms, library, farm, art room, food tech room, and even a horse riding simulator ('Tonto').
  • Excellent Training and Career Progression: Gain access to specialist courses, CPD opportunities, and pathways to become a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or even a qualified teacher.
  • Varied and Rewarding Work: No two days are the same! You’ll help implement Individual Education and Healthcare Plans, supporting students across different educational settings both inside and outside of school.

What We’re Looking For:

We need enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of children with special needs. You should be a team player, ready to engage with students and help them reach their full potential. No prior experience is necessary – just a commitment to learning and a passion for education!

If you’re ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career in special education, apply now to become an Apprentice Teaching Assistant at Abbey Court School!

Join us and be part of a supportive, progressive, and inspiring team!

Information about the school

LAT Apprenticeships are specialists in Education Apprenticeships. We offer training and development programmes to help you gain technical and functional knowledge, whilst acquiring on-the-job practical experience. As an apprentice, you will earn a salary as part of your professional training and you will gain a nationally recognised qualification upon completion.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.