Teaching Assistant Apprentice

SEND Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship Programme – September 2026 Start

Earn While You Learn | Fully Funded £7,000+ Qualification | Tower Hamlets Primary Schools

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education while gaining a nationally recognised qualification?

Engage Education has partnered with 21 primary schools across Tower Hamlets to recruit aspiring SEND Teaching Assistants for a September 2026 start.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a mainstream primary school supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) whilst completing a fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship, worth over £7,000. Upon successful completion, there may also be opportunities to progress onto a Level 4 qualification at no cost.

About the Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant Apprentice, you will:

• Support pupils with additional learning and developmental needs

• Work alongside experienced teachers and SEND professionals

• Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions

• Help pupils access learning and develop confidence within the classroom

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in a primary school environment

The programme combines practical classroom experience with structured training and professional development over an 11-month period.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking enthusiastic, professional, and committed individuals who are passionate about supporting children.

Successful applicants must have:

• Strong spoken and written English skills

• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with children

• A genuine interest in education and SEND support

• The ability to commit to the full apprenticeship programme

• The right to work in the UK

• Lived in the UK for the last three consecutive years (apprenticeship funding requirement)

Selection Process

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to:

• Attend an interview with Engage Education

• Complete written English-based tasks

• Attend school interviews and trial days

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of the commitment required to complete an apprenticeship alongside full-time employment

What You Will Receive

✔ Paid employment within a primary school

✔ Fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship (worth £7,000+)

✔ Opportunity to progress onto a Level 4 qualification

✔ Dedicated mentoring and support

✔ Valuable SEND and classroom experience

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

Start Your Career in Education

This programme is ideal for graduates, career changers, support workers, youth workers, and anyone looking to build a long-term career supporting children and young people.

Interviews and school trial days are taking place before the end of the current academic year for September 2026 placements.

Apply today to secure your place and begin a rewarding career supporting children across Tower Hamlets.