Apprenticeship · Teaching assistant
Apprentice SEN Teaching Assistant
Brockswood Primary School · Hemel Hempstead · HP2
- Wage
- £14,560 a year
- Estimated hourly equivalent
- About £8.00 an hour£14,560 ÷ 35 hours ÷ 52 weeks. Assumes pay across 52 weeks; not an advertised hourly rate.
- Hours
- 35 a week
- Apply by
- 18 Nov 2026
- Possible start date
- 1 Dec 2026The actual start is agreed with the employer after interview.
- Course
- Teaching Assistant (Level 3)
- Duration
- 1 Year 6 Months
- Training provider
- Oaklands College
- Posted
- 6 Nov 2026
- Reference
- 2000062986
You'll apply through the government's Find an apprenticeship service. Applications go to Brockswood Primary School.
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About this apprenticeship
- Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils, including pupils with SEND, as directed by the class teacher or SENCO.
- Help pupils access lessons, activities and social situations, promoting inclusion, participation and independence.
- Support pupils’ confidence, communication, emotional well-being and positive relationships using a calm, respectful and nurturing approach.
- Support behaviour in line with school policies and agreed strategies, maintaining clear routines and prioritising pupils’ safety and well-being.
- Observe pupils’ learning, engagement, progress and behaviour and provide clear, factual feedback to teachers and the SENCO.
- Support pupils to use agreed learning strategies, communication aids, resources and specialist equipment following appropriate guidance and training.
- Supervise pupils during lessons, transitions, playtimes and other activities, indoors and outdoors.
- Follow individual support plans, risk assessments and agreed reasonable adjustments to meet pupils’ individual needs.
- Provide personal care and support with medical or physical needs where required, following appropriate training and school procedures.
- Support pupils with personalised learning activities while maintaining high expectations and access to a broad curriculum.
- Work closely with teachers, the SENCO and other professionals, following lesson plans and agreed support strategies.
- Prepare and organise resources for lessons and planned activities.
- Contribute to assessment and record keeping, including annotating pupils’ work and sharing relevant observations.
- Help maintain a safe, organised, welcoming and inclusive learning environment and contribute to classroom displays.
- Complete appropriate administrative tasks such as data entry, record keeping, filing, photocopying and preparing or collating documents.
- Communicate with parents and carers when directed by the class teacher or senior member of staff, referring any queries or concerns appropriately.
- Promote equality and inclusion, supporting pupils with SEND, pupils learning English as an additional language and disadvantaged pupils to participate and succeed.
- Contribute to the school’s therapeutic and trauma-informed approach, helping pupils feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow school procedures relating to safeguarding, health and safety, security and data protection.
- Report safeguarding concerns, hazards, accidents or incidents promptly to the appropriate member of staff.
- Attend relevant meetings, training and apprenticeship learning, applying new knowledge and skills within the limits of your training and supervision.
- Contribute positively to the wider school community and carry out other reasonable duties appropriate to the apprenticeship and your level of training.
Working week: Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 3.30pm.
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Physical fitness
Qualifications the employer asks for
- English (4 and above) – essential
- Maths (4 and above) – essential
About Brockswood Primary School
Brockswood serves a diverse community. Many pupils enter school with starting points below national expectations, and the school has a significant proportion of pupils with SEND, pupils who speak English as an additional language and disadvantaged pupils. The role therefore requires a patient, inclusive and responsive approach that recognises individual strengths and needs, maintains high expectations and supports pupils to make progress.
How to apply
- Choose Apply on GOV.UK and sign in to Find an apprenticeship (or create a free account).
- Complete the application before 18 Nov 2026. The employer may close it early if they get enough applicants.
- The employer and OAKLANDS COLLEGE contact you about next steps, such as an interview.
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Apprentice SEN Teaching Assistant
Brockswood Primary School · Hemel Hempstead, HP2
- Wage:
- £14,560 a year
- Course:
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Closes:
- 13 Nov 2026
- Starts:
- 30 Nov 2026
- Hours:
- 35 a week
- Duration:
- 1 Year 6 Months
Apply on GOV.UKMore about this apprenticeship
<p>An exciting opportunity to start your career working with children. You will support Early Years and Key Stage 1 pupils, including children with SEND, to access learning, build confidence and develop independence. You will work alongside teachers and the SENCO while completing your apprenticeship and gaining valuable hands-on experience.</p>
Working week: Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 3.30pm.
Training provider: OAKLANDS COLLEGE
Skills: Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Administrative skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Physical fitness
Positions: 1
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What qualification will I work towards?
The advertised course is Teaching assistant (level 3) at Level 3. Confirm the training details with the provider.
How long does the apprenticeship last?
The advertised duration is 1 Year 6 Months. The employer and provider confirm your schedule.
Where do I apply?
Apply through Find an apprenticeship on GOV.UK by 18 Nov 2026. Your application goes to Brockswood Primary School.
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