Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant SEND Teaching Assistant SEN Teaching Assistant SEMH SupportLocation: Tower HamletsPay: £10.00+ per hour (above apprenticeship rate)Start Date: March 2026Contract: Full-TimeEarn while you learn as a SEND Teaching AssistantAre you looking for a SEND Teaching Assistant role with training, pay from day one, and real long-term career progression in education?We're recruiting a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEND School in Tower Hamlets, working with students across KS3 and KS4 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) while completing a fully 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 to Level 4 HLTA and specialist SEND rolesFull mentoring and structured support from Engage EducationPractical, school-based training with a strong SEND and SEMH focusKey responsibilitiesSupport students 1:1 and in small groupsWork with pupils with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficultiesSupport emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagementAssist with literacy, numeracy, and subject-based interventionsImplement support strategies from EHCPs and behaviour plansSupport inclusion within the classroom and specialist provisionsAssist teachers with lesson preparation and learning resourcesSupport targeted interventions and revision sessionsWho should applyThis role is ideal for:Aspiring teachers or SEND specialistsPsychology, education, or youth work graduatesTeaching Assistants or support staff looking to gain qualificationsYouth workers, care workers, or mentorsCareer changers passionate about supporting young people with additional needsNo school experience required - just the right attitude.Requirements:Commitment to an 11-month apprenticeshipGCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ preferredNot currently enrolled on another government-funded courseTraining & benefitsStudy completed flexibly during school holidays£50 Amazon referral voucherFull DBS application supportClear long-term career progression in SEND.Apply now to start your career as a SEND 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.