Apprentice SEND Teaching Assistant
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SEND Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | SEMH Support
Location: Dagenham
Pay:
£10.00+ per hour (above apprenticeship rate) Start Date: April 2026 Contract:
Full-Time
Earn while you learn as a SEND Teaching Assistant
Are 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
Secondary School
in [Location], 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 roles
Full mentoring and structured support from
Engage Education
Practical, school-based training with a strong
SEND and SEMH focus
Key responsibilities
Support students 1:1 and in small groups
Work with pupils with
SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learning difficulties
Support emotional regulation, behaviour, and engagement
Assist with literacy, numeracy, and subject-based interventions
Implement support strategies from
EHCPs 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 an 11-month apprenticeship
GCSE Maths & English Grade C/4+ preferred
Not currently enrolled on another government-funded course
Training & benefits
Study completed flexibly during
school holidays £50 Amazon referral voucher
Full DBS application support
Clear long-term career progression in
SEND and Secondary education
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.
- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime