Apprentice Special Education Teaching Assistant at Suffolk County Council

Ipswich, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

17682.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Special Education Support, Pupil Monitoring, Instructional Support, Student Motivation, Behavior Management, SEN Support

Industry

Government Administration

Description

* Ipswich Academy * Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP3 0SP * Salary: £10.60 per hour, £17,682 per annum * Hours: 37 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days * Contract: Fixed Term for 18 months, required as soon as possible * Reference: 8908 Paradigm Trust is looking to appoint an inspirational and highly motivated Special Education Apprentice Teaching Assistant to the special education unit team as soon as possible. While this role is being advertised as an apprenticeship, we are also advertising this position for an experienced SEU Teaching Assistant role. The Trust When you join Paradigm, you’ll be joining a trust that is committed to developing and sustaining great schools to make the biggest difference for pupils. It’s a place where we work together, helping each other to make sure every child can reach their potential. We are only able to do this through the hard work of our staff, and so we value them accordingly. At Paradigm, you’ll be supported with your career goals, with ongoing professional development, and numerous opportunities to progress on your career path. Staff health is extremely important to us, and as part of Paradigm, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits that are designed to support your wellbeing, as well as a highly competitive rewards package. If you have a passion to make a difference, we would love to hear from you. About the role You will work with individual pupils and groups of pupils, under the direction of a teacher/line manager, introducing tasks, monitoring pupils’ work, and using a range of strategies to support their learning. You will have the ability to draw on your specialist skills and knowledge to respond effectively to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities. What you will offer You will have the ability to demonstrate enthusiasm and a passion for teaching. You must be able to enthuse, motivate, and progress pupils of all abilities. You will be joining a friendly and engaging workplace with benefits including: * Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) * A strong commitment to professional development * We strive to be a family-friendly employer * Employee counselling service * Cycle to work scheme For more information If you would like to have a conversation with the Principal regarding this vacancy, this can be arranged by contacting Abbie Thorrington, Associate Principal by calling 01473 550040. How to apply Please complete your application by visiting Paradigm Trust’s recruitment website [https://ce0492li.webitrent.com/ce0492li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC107GF.open?VACANCY_ID=8068724aGy&WVID=8194990QzT]. Closing date: 9am, 1 June 2026 Interview date: 4 or 5 June 2026 Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. As a Trust, we are committed to reducing unnecessary workload and are outcomes-driven; flexible working options can be accommodated. All applicants must have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this will be assessed as part of the recruitment and selection process. If you are successful, you will be required to comply with the Trust’s safeguarding policies and procedures. An Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required for all posts. All completed applications must be submitted by the closing date and time detailed above. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To apply, please follow the application process detailed above. This job does not have a Suffolk Jobs Direct online application form. The ‘Apply Now’ button below only allows you to submit a job alert, not an online application.

Responsibilities

Support individual pupils and groups within a special education unit under the direction of a teacher. Introduce tasks, monitor progress, and apply specialist strategies to support learning for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities.