Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship at St Joseph's Specialist Trust Jumpstart your career in education with hands-on experience, training, and the chance to make a difference every day! About St Joseph’s Specialist Trust St Joseph’s are more than just a school – they're a supportive community where you’ll help young people, aged 5-19, with complex learning needs, social communication challenges, and sometimes difficult behaviours. Their approach combines therapy and education to ensure all students can grow and thrive, regardless of their challenges. Situated in 22 acres of the beautiful Surrey Hills between Guildford and Horsham, they're a close-knit team supporting 75 students in school and college and 11 tenants in our supported living houses. As a Catholic provision rooted in Christian values, they welcome students and staff of all backgrounds and beliefs. What You’ll Be Doing In this role, you’ll gain valuable experience while supporting students in various ways, including: Assisting teachers in creating engaging, supportive, and structured learning environments. Working one-on-one or with small groups, helping students with activities both in the classroom and in the community. Supporting with off-site activities like visits to leisure centres or local shops, helping students build life skills. Encouraging teamwork and positive attitudes by facilitating shared ideas and activities among students. Apprenticeship Overview Salary : £7 an hour, with an automatic pay rise after one year (for apprentices aged 19). Hours : Monday – Friday, 8.30 am – 4.15 pm (36 hours per week). Duration : 18 months with training provided by expert tutors. Qualification : Earn a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship certificate, helping set up your career in education! What We’re Looking For A positive, team-oriented approach and a genuine interest in supporting young people. Willingness to learn and follow policies that help us maintain a safe, supportive environment. Resilience and adaptability – you’ll work across our 22-acre site and in various settings to help students thrive. Perks of Being an Apprentice with Us Earn as you learn – get a steady income while gaining qualifications without debt! Amazing discounts: eligible for an NUS card, apprenticeship travel discounts, and special rates at places like Nando’s, ASOS, and Vue cinema. Regular pay rise after 12 months, prizes, and vouchers for Apprentice of the Month. Free buffet breakfast and hot lunch every day at work – they like to keep their team well-fed! Location St Joseph's Specialist Trust Amlets Lane Cranleigh Surrey GU6 7DH Extra Information Pre-employment checks. Please be aware that upon a successful offer of employment the company completes digitalised right-to-work checks and DBS applications via an external provider - 'Matrix Screening'. The company also completes an internal online social media search, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. InspireLP