Apprentice Teaching Assistant - SEND
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School, Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 3BLDeadline is tomorrow
Closing date
10 July 2026 at 4pm
Date listed
9 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £10.85 Hourly
Apprentice Teaching Assistant - SEND job summary
Teaching Assistant SEND
Full Time - 37 Hours Per Week
Temporary (For the duration of the Apprenticeship)
39 Weeks per year (Term time plus Teacher Training Days)
About Us
St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School is a friendly and welcoming school that strives to ensure all children receive the best possible learning opportunities. We have children in EYFS, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. We have capacity for 300 pupils.
About The Role
As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will support pupils within the classroom and our SEND provision, helping to create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive
You will receive on-the-job training and support throughout your apprenticeship while studying towards your qualification.
- Valuable experience in the SEND classroom/provision.
- Support pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to access learning and participate fully in school life.
- Work with individual pupils and small groups under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo.
- Support pupils with communication, language, emotional regulation and social interaction.
- Encourage pupils to develop confidence, independence and resilience.
- Adapt resources and activities to meet individual learning needs.
- Support pupils with personal care where required, maintaining dignity and promoting independence. Help prepare learning resources and maintain a stimulating learning environment.
About You
- We are looking for someone who is:
- A practising Catholic or someone who will fully support our Catholic ethos and values.
- Is passionate about working with children and young people.
- Has an interest in supporting pupils with SEND.
- Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Can maintain confidentiality and act professionally at all times
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
What We Offer
- A culture of collaboration, support and high expectations
- A warm, respectful and values-driven school community
- Opportunities for professional growth within the MAC
- Access to the competitive Teacher Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
- A strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, including free, confidential access to 24/7 helplines, counselling and support services
- Free, annual flu vaccinations
- A flexible and generous approach to family appointments and events
How To Apply
To apply for this role, please submit an application form via MyNewTerm.
If you would like to visit our school or discuss the role further, please contact Mrs Mcdonald using the details below.
Email: STA-admin@hccmac.co.uk
Phone Number: 02476 596988
St Augustine’s Catholic Primary School, part of Holy Cross Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check.
Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, medical clearance and where applicable a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes.
This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
An online social media check will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all conditional offers of employment.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
- Organisation type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 293 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
The Board of Governors of St. Augustine’s Catholic Primary School, with support of Holy Cross Multi Academy Company, are seeking to appoint to the role of Full Time Teaching Assistant to join our proud and successful school. The start date for this position is 1st September 2023.
St. Augustine’s School is a thriving Catholic community where hand in hand we listen to God’s call, learn from God’s Word share His love through service. We are a welcoming and caring school with high standards and the drive to keep on improving. We remain focused on giving our pupils a primary school experience to enjoy and remember.
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