Aspiring Teaching Assistant: Paid Training & Placements

Vision for Education Ltd; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd. is offering a Trainee Teaching Assistant position in the Thornaby area with a £92.56 daily rate and an October 2026 start.

No previous experience is required, but candidates must be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and Update Service. Successful applicants will undergo a comprehensive training programme delivered by Vision for Education and school leaders, leading to paid school placements in EYFS, KS1, or KS2.

Qualifications

• Have a passion for supporting and helping children.
• Be dedicated to improving outcomes for all children.
• Be kind, caring, and compassionate.
• Be proactive and a good communicator.
• Be able to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Be committed to completing the required training and participating in ongoing CPD.
• Be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in whole-class teaching, small group interventions, or 1:1 work to meet all children's needs.
• Contribute to a positive classroom environment and build strong relationships with children, staff and families.
• Participate in the agreed training programme and ongoing CPD to develop professional skills.

Skills

Passion for helping children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Dedication to outcomes

Empathy and care

Job description

Vision for Education Ltd. is offering a Trainee Teaching Assistant position in the Thornaby area with a £92.56 daily rate and an October 2026 start.

No previous experience is required, but candidates must be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and Update Service. Successful applicants will undergo a comprehensive training programme delivered by Vision for Education and school leaders, leading to paid school placements in EYFS, KS1, or KS2.