Location: Bishop Lonsdale Primary Academy - ST21 6AU Training Provider: Best Practice Network Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential? This is an excellent opportunity to start your career in education while gaining a nationally recognised qualification all while working full time in a supportive school environment. We are working in partnership with Bishop Lonsdale Primary Academy to recruit a Level 3 or 5 Teaching Assistant Apprentice. What Youll Be Doing As an apprentice, you will: Support pupils with SEN in the classroom and small groups. Help teachers deliver inclusive lessons tailored to individual learning needs. Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour. Assist with implementing individual education plans (IEPs). Promote inclusion and a supportive learning environment. Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, and other professionals. Apprenticeship Details Hours: (8.15am-3.4500pm) / Term time only Duration: Approximately 18 months with EPA Salary: £7.55 per hour for the first 12 months (apprentice wage) and National Minimum Wage thereafter. Training Delivered By Best Practice Network no college attendance required ; all learning completed online. Please attach your CV to your application as this will be sent to the employer after screening is completed Please note that this opportunity is within a Secondary School, and the employer is specifically looking for candidates who have a clear interest in working in secondary education. Please ensure that your interest in Secondary education is clearly mentioned on your CV, as this will be a key requirement for shortlisting. If you need any support updating your CV, please let me know. Safeguarding Statement This authority/organisation is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, requiring all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment. As part of the safer recruitment, you will require an enhanced DBS. This will be applied for by the employer if successful. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.