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LMP Education is proud to partner with Oasis Community Learning providing tailored apprenticeship training programmes to develop their staff. Since 2018, LMP has supported over 800 apprenticeships across the Oasis trust nationwide.  

Hafizah Choudhury is a Level 3 SEND Teaching Assistant apprentice at Oasis Academy Hadley. Here is her story: 

“I decided to do the Level 3 SEND Pathway Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship because I am passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential. This pathway has allowed me to develop the specialist knowledge, practical skills, and confidence needed to make a meaningful difference in the classroom while learning on the job. I am motivated by the opportunity to build strong, supportive relationships with pupils, adapt learning to meet individual needs, and contribute positively to an inclusive school environment. Completing this apprenticeship not only strengthened my professional development but also enabled me to be a compassionate, skilled teaching assistant who helps every child feel valued, supported, and capable of success. 

Although I would still like to attend university, an apprenticeship provided much more beneficial skills such as gaining experience and learning at the same time. Often apprentices are offered a permanent position at the end of their programme which allows me to feel secure in employment and achieve the qualification I have worked hard for. 

An apprenticeship programme offers a strong combination of practical experience and structured learning, which helps learners develop real, job-ready skills while gaining a recognised qualification. One of the main benefits is the opportunity to earn while learning, reducing financial pressure and allowing apprentices to apply new knowledge immediately in a real working environment. Apprenticeships also build confidence, independence, and employability by developing professional behaviours, teamwork, and communication skills. In addition, they provide clear career progression, as apprentices gain hands-on experience, industry-relevant training, and valuable support from mentors, making them well prepared for long-term employment. 

I am most proud of the progress I have made in supporting pupils with SEND confidently and effectively during my Level 3 TA SEND apprenticeship. Through hands-on experience and training, I have developed the skills to adapt learning, implement support strategies, and build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, helping them feel safe and included in the classroom. I am particularly proud of my growing confidence, professionalism, and ability to work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to support individual needs. This apprenticeship has allowed me to make a real difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing while developing the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as a teaching assistant. 

I have maintained a great relationship with staff and students; the rapport has ensured that the two are able to confide in me. This means that safeguarding becomes an important role as a TA as working so closely with students promotes comfort and reassurance. 

The best thing about my TA role is being able to make a positive difference to pupils’ learning and wellbeing every day. Supporting children to build confidence, overcome challenges, and feel safe and included in the classroom is extremely rewarding. I especially value seeing small achievements grow into real progress, knowing that my support helps pupils engage with learning and reach their potential. Building strong, trusting relationships with pupils and working closely with teachers to support individual needs makes the role both meaningful and fulfilling. What I also enjoy about my role is the interactions I have with students and watching them progress throughout the year. As a Teaching Assistant, I am grate enough to watch in classroom progress and behind the scenes in which they develop further with the support/interventions taken place.  

The most important skill I have learnt as a TA is effective communication. This is important because clear, calm, and supportive communication helps pupils feel understood, safe, and confident in their learning. It allows me to adapt my language to suit individual needs, particularly when supporting pupils with SEND, and to work effectively with teachers and other professionals. Strong communication also helps build positive relationships, manage situations sensitively, and ensure pupils receive consistent, appropriate support, which is essential for both their learning and wellbeing. 

Teaching Assistants play a vital role in supporting pupils with SEND by providing tailored, individualised support that helps them access learning and feel included in the classroom. They work closely with teachers to adapt tasks, reinforce instructions, and use strategies that meet each pupil’s specific needs. TAs also help pupils develop confidence, independence, and social skills by offering reassurance and consistent support. By building strong, trusting relationships, Teaching Assistants create a safe and supportive environment where SEND pupils can engage with learning, overcome challenges, and make meaningful progress both academically and emotionally. Teaching assistants are crucial in the scaffolding of students, the impact of having this role pushes each student towards success through guidance and support. 

My work has had a positive impact on both pupils and the wider school by helping create a more inclusive, supportive learning environment. Through consistent, tailored support, I have helped pupils with SEND build confidence, improve engagement, and make progress in their learning and social development. I have also supported teachers by reinforcing learning, implementing strategies, and helping maintain a calm, structured classroom. By building strong relationships with pupils and working collaboratively with staff, my role has contributed to improved wellbeing, independence, and a positive culture of inclusion across the school. 

Oasis Hadley has great lead practitioners that provide outstanding levels of CPD training to ensure all staff meet the criteria of reaching towards student success. I have been supported best through my line managers such as Evelyn and Caroline, and the strong staff in inclusion that have guided me through assessments, progress trackers and interventions. Scarlet has always been a phone call away and supporting me throughout my apprenticeship – whether this was related to observations, milestones or career progression. I have received a desired amount of support and LMP has moulded me into the confident and proactive TA I am today. 

My next step in my career is the start of my HLTA apprenticeship. As I progress towards becoming a HLTA, I am excited to further develop my skills, knowledge, and independence within the classroom. I am particularly looking forward to gaining more responsibility in planning and delivering learning activities, supporting whole-class teaching, and leading interventions that help pupils make progress. I am eager to deepen my understanding of different learning needs, behaviour support strategies, and inclusive teaching approaches, especially when working with pupils with SEND. This progression will allow me to grow in confidence, strengthen my professional practice, and continue making a meaningful impact on pupils’ learning and development.” 

What an inspire story, best of luck in the future Hafizah! 

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