LS-TEN is a charity based in Hunslet in Leeds, delivering youth work, education and sport. This role is based within our onsite independent school.
We are currently recruiting for 2 Apprentice Teaching Assistant roles to provide education support in lesson including the delivery to small groups in core subjects along with supporting in enrichment activities.
Our Education provision is a DfE registered Independent School working with KS3 & 4 students who have a variety of needs and will potentially be re-engaging back into a mainstream education setting.
We want to hear from applicants who want to work in a small alternative school setting and enjoy being part of an active education team.
A Job Description will be sent out with the application pack which will provide additional information. As a brief overview the role will include;
- Building positive relationships with young people.
- Supporting positive behaviour.
- Assisting with the delivery of academic sessions.
- Supporting the Pastoral and Nurture Leads.
- Assisting with attendance duties.
- Lead on small group projects including a range of practical tasks such as Sports, Cooking, Building, and PSHE sessions.
- Support during any offsite visits.
- To safeguard children and vulnerable adults from harm and to report concerns in accordance with LS-TEN’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
- To foster good relationships and advance equality of opportunity between different groups and eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
Expectation:
- GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths, English and Science
- Ability to complete Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant training.
- A desire to work with students with SEND / SEMH needs
- Ability to work in a team
These roles are contracted up to 37.5 hours a week over 47.6 weeks a year with whole department shut down during school holiday periods with exception of 15 training and preparation days a year.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a Disclosure Barring Service Check (LS-TEN will cover this cost).
Please visit our website for further information on our education team and programmes.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12,500.00-£14,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Language:
- Fluent English (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 12/08/2025
Reference ID: LS-TEN/ApprenticeTA
Expected start date: 26/08/2025
