SEND Teaching Assistant – Primary Schools | Tower Hamlets | September 2026 Start

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Term Time Only | Long-Term & Permanent Opportunities Available
Salary: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?

Engage Education is recruiting SEND Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming and inclusive primary schools in Tower Hamlets from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced SEND Teaching Assistants, graduates, aspiring teachers, or individuals with a background in care, childcare, youth work, or support work who are committed to helping children thrive both academically and socially.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2.
• Support children with a range of additional needs, including:
  • Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
  • ADHD
  • Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
  • Moderate and Specific Learning Difficulties (MLD/SpLD)
  • Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil needs and support access to the curriculum.
• Encourage communication, independence, confidence, and social development.
• Implement strategies outlined in Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents to ensure pupils receive high-quality support.
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment where every child can succeed.

We’re Looking For

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND is desirable.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm and positive in challenging situations.
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Why Join Engage Education?

• September 2026 start.
• Opportunities across a range of highly supportive primary schools in Tower Hamlets.
• Long-term and permanent roles available.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Free CPD, SEND, and safeguarding training.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Engage Education consultant.
• Excellent progression opportunities into teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, or wider SEND careers.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to children’s lives while developing your career in education, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV to be considered for SEND Teaching Assistant opportunities across Tower Hamlets this September.