Apprentice Teaching Assistant – Chorley (Specialist SEN School)
Begin your career in education – gain experience, earn while you learn, and make a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs.
A well-regarded specialist SEN school in Chorley is looking for a motivated and compassionate Apprentice Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop valuable classroom skills while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
About the Role:
* Location: Chorley (SEN provision for pupils aged 4–16 with autism, MLD, and SEMH)
* Contract: Full-time (term-time only), fixed-term apprenticeship
* Start date: September 2025
* Salary: £13.75
* Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
* Qualification: Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (18-month programme)
What You’ll Gain:
* A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification through a government-funded apprenticeship programme.
* 80% on-the-job training and 20% off-the-job learning.
* A dedicated mentor and structured support from experienced SEN professionals.
* The opportunity to progress into a permanent TA position upon successful completion.
What We’re Looking For:
* A genuine interest in working with children and young people with additional needs.
* GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) – or willingness to complete functional skills alongside the apprenticeship.
* Reliable, patient, and eager to learn.
* A proactive and caring approach to supporting children with SEN.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Did You Know?
* Over 400,000 full-time teaching assistants are currently employed in UK schools (DfE, 2023).
* SEN settings require around 1.5x more TA support per pupil than mainstream schools.
* The Education Endowment Foundation (2022) found that skilled, well-trained TAs significantly improve pupil engagement and academic progress—especially in SEN settings.
Start your journey in education with hands-on experience, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact on the lives of children in your local community.
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