Primary School Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

Get Paid to Start Your Career in Education – Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship

September 2026 Start | Tower Hamlets Primary Schools | Fully Funded Qualification Worth £7,000+

Have you ever considered a career in education but do not know where to begin?

Engage Education is offering a unique opportunity to join a Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme in partnership with primary schools across Tower Hamlets.

This programme has been designed to help ambitious individuals gain real classroom experience while earning a salary and working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Why Apply?

Unlike traditional study routes, this programme allows you to gain practical experience from day one whilst completing a fully funded qualification.

You will receive:

• A paid role within a primary school

• A fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship worth over £7,000

• The opportunity to progress onto a funded Level 4 qualification

• Structured training and ongoing support

• Valuable experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

• A pathway into teaching, pastoral support, educational psychology, and wider education careers

Your Role

As a Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will support pupils both inside and outside the classroom, helping them to engage with learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential.

You may work with children who have:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• ADHD

• Speech and Language Needs

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs (SEMH)

• Learning Difficulties

No two days are the same, making this a highly rewarding role for individuals who enjoy working with children and making a positive impact.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is ideal for:

• Graduates from any subject area

• Aspiring teachers

• Psychology graduates

• Youth workers and support workers

• Career changers

• Individuals seeking a meaningful and rewarding profession

No previous school experience is required, although experience working with children or young people is advantageous.

Essential Requirements

To be eligible for the apprenticeship, you must:

• Have strong spoken and written English skills

• Be able to communicate confidently and professionally

• Have the right to work in the UK

• Have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years

• Be willing to complete written assessments as part of the recruitment process

• Be committed to completing the full 11-month apprenticeship programme

Recruitment Process

Successful applicants will be invited to:

• An initial interview with Engage Education

• English and written assessment tasks

• School interviews and trial days

Placements are being secured before the end of the academic year for September starts, so early applications are encouraged.

Build a Career That Changes Lives

If you are looking for a career where you can make a lasting difference to children and develop valuable professional skills, this programme could be the perfect first step.

Apply today to secure your place on our September 2026 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme.