Sports Graduate/ Teaching Assistant - Manchester. Level 3 Apprenticeship – Classroom Support | SEN School. Apprentice Classroom Support Assistant – Welcoming SEND School | Manchester Pay: £10.00 – £13.00 per hour (well above standard apprenticeship rates) Contract: Full-Time | 11-Month Programme Start Date: November 2026 Earn while you learn within a supportive SEN school environment! Are you looking to launch a rewarding career in education with paid, hands-on classroom experience and a fully funded Level 3 qualification? Engage Education is recruiting a staff member to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship based in one of our SEN Schools. This is a dedicated 11-month apprenticeship programme, providing the opportunity to gain valuable experience supporting pupils across the primary age range while working towards a recognised Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification. We are seeking a reliable, motivated individual who is fully committed to signing the learning agreement and completing the full 11-month programme. Why this role stands out * Higher Pay: £10.00–£13.00 per hour (significantly above standard apprenticeship rates) * FREE Qualification: Earn a fully funded Level 3 Classroom Support/Teaching Assistant qualification * Practical Experience: Gain invaluable hands-on experience working within a supportive primary school * Broad Classroom Experience: Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, developing experience in a range of classroom settings * Career Progression: Clear pathways towards roles such as Teaching Assistant, Level 4 HLTA, SEN Specialist or Primary Teacher * Full Support: Dedicated mentoring from the school and your Engage Education consultant Key Responsibilities Working alongside class teachers and the wider school team, you will: * Provide 1:1 and small-group classroom support to pupils * Assist teachers with delivering engaging learning activities across the curriculum * Support pupils with reading, writing, maths and other classroom-based activities * Help prepare and organise classroom resources and learning materials * Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence * Support pupils with their social, emotional and communication development * Provide additional support for children with SEN and additional needs, where required * Assist pupils with individual learning targets and support plans * Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment * Work closely with teachers, teaching assistants and other members of the school team Who We're Looking For Whether you're looking for your first step into education, considering a career change or want to gain practical experience before progressing into teaching, what matters most is your enthusiasm, patience and commitment to helping children learn and develop. Requirements: * Commitment: Strong dedication to completing the full 11-month learning agreement and apprenticeship programme * Mindset: Patient, nurturing, reliable and enthusiastic about working with children * Communication: Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team * Academics: GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ (or equivalent) preferred * Eligibility: Not currently enrolled in another government-funded course This role is ideal for: * Aspiring Teaching Assistants * Future P.E Teachers * Sports Graduates * Future Primary Teachers * Education, Psychology or Childhood Studies graduates * Nursery Practitioners looking to progress into primary education * Individuals seeking a career working with children * Anyone looking to gain a recognised Level 3 qualification while earning If you're passionate about supporting children and want to build a long-term career in education, this Level 3 Classroom Support Apprenticeship could be the perfect starting point