SEN Teaching Assistant Apprentice – Primary

About the Role

Corpus Christi Catholic School is seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant Apprentice to support pupils across its primary setting in Coventry. Working alongside experienced teachers and support colleagues, you will help children with special educational needs access learning, build confidence and achieve their potential within a nurturing, inclusive Catholic community.

This is a full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship, paid at £8.00 per hour on the Apprentice Pay Scale (£15,600–£16,640). Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. The closing date is 4 November 2026 at 9am, although applications may close earlier if sufficient interest is received. CVs will not be accepted.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs individually and in small groups.

• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and accessible learning activities.

• Encourage pupils’ social, emotional and academic development.

• Support children with communication, behavioural or learning needs.

• Help maintain a positive, safe and inclusive classroom environment.

• Prepare classroom resources and learning materials.

• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school community.

The successful applicant will be patient, reliable and enthusiastic, with effective communication and interpersonal skills. You should enjoy working as part of a team, be keen to learn through training and mentoring, and demonstrate a firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting children’s welfare.

What We Offer

• Health and wellbeing cover, including cashback on optical, dental and therapy treatments.

• Discounts with popular high-street retailers.

• Confidential counselling and wellbeing support available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

• A generous pension scheme.

• Clear progression pathways, regular reviews and access to training.

• A welcoming, inclusive working environment.

The appointment is subject to relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, references, right-to-work and prohibition checks, childcare disqualification checks where appropriate, and online and social media screening.

About the School

Corpus Christi Catholic School is a Roman Catholic primary academy in Coventry, educating approximately 442 pupils from Nursery to Year 6. Its Christian ethos places each child’s unique qualities, wellbeing and development at the heart of school life.

The school is a happy and caring community where staff, families, the parish and local partners work together to provide excellent experiences and opportunities. This apprenticeship offers the chance to develop valuable classroom skills while contributing to a supportive and inclusive environment for pupils aged 3 to 11.