Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant – SEND School
SEND Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | SEMH Support
Location: Tower Hamlets
Pay: £10.00 hour(above apprenticeship rate)
Start Date:September 2026
Contract: Full-Time
Earn while you learn as a SEND Teaching Assistant
Are you looking for aSEND Teaching Assistant role with training, pay from day one, and real long-term career progression in education?
We’re recruiting aTrainee SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportiveSecondary School in Tower Hamlets, working with students acrossKS3 and KS4 withSpecial Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) while completing afully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship.
Why this role stands out
- £10.00+ per hour (above standard apprenticeship wage)
- FREE Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (CACHE)
- Clear progression toLevel 4 HLTA and specialist SEND roles
- Full mentoring and structured support fromEngage Education
- Practical, school-based training with a strongSEND and SEMH focus
Key responsibilities
- Support students1:1 and in small groups
- Work with pupils withSEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties
- Support emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement
- Assist with literacy, numeracy, and subject-based interventions
- Implement support strategies fromEHCPs and behaviour plans
- Support inclusion within the classroom and specialist provisions
- Assist teachers with lesson preparation and learning resources
- Support targeted interventions and revision sessions
Who should apply
This role is ideal for:
- Aspiring teachers or SEND specialists
- Psychology, education, or youth work graduates
- Teaching Assistants or support staff looking to gain qualifications
- Youth workers, care workers, or mentors
- Career changers passionate about supporting young people with additional needs
No school experience required — just the right attitude.
Requirements:
- Commitment to an11-month apprenticeship
- GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ preferred
- Not currently enrolled on another government-funded course
Training & benefits
- Study completed flexibly duringschool holidays
- £50 Amazon referral voucher
- Full DBS application support
- Clear long-term career progression inSEND and Secondary education
Apply now to start your career as aSEND Teaching Assistant and gain a recognised qualification while you earn.
All applicants must hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check – full support provided.
Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant – SEND School employer: Engage Partners Limited
Engage Partners Limited is an excellent employer for those looking to kickstart their career in education, particularly as a Primary Teaching Assistant Apprentice in Dartford. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company offers a fully funded Level 3 Apprenticeship, comprehensive training, and mentoring, all within a supportive work culture that values learning and development. This role not only allows you to earn while you learn but also provides a meaningful opportunity to make a difference in children's lives.
