National Teaching Assistant Programme

Vision for Education; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education is offering the National Teaching Assistant Programme (NTAP) to help you start a career as a Teaching Assistant in primary schools across Hull, with ongoing intake in Scarborough. The programme includes extensive training and a clear pathway into paid roles in local schools upon successful completion.

Join to gain practical classroom experience, safeguarding, behaviour management training, and ongoing support from experienced consultants.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with children and supporting their development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Proactive and adaptable approach to learning and classroom support.
• Relevant experience is beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist children with additional needs, including SEN.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment.
• Support pupils' social and emotional development.

Skills

Passion for children

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactive & adaptable

Job description

Job Title:National Teaching Assistant Programme (NTAP) - Trainee Teaching Assistant

Location:Scarborough - multiple opportunities
Start Date:Ongoing intakes / September
Contract Type:Full-Time / Part-Time Opportunities Available

About the Programme:

Vision for Education is proud to offer the National Teaching Assistant Programme (NTAP), designed to support individuals looking to start a career in education. This programme provides high-quality training and a clear pathway into working as a Teaching Assistant in primary schools across Hull.

Whether you are looking for a career change, returning to work, or taking your first step into education, NTAP equips you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a classroom environment.

What the Programme Includes:

• Comprehensive online and practical training covering key aspects of the Teaching Assistant role
• Modules focused on safeguarding, behaviour management, and supporting learning
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities to gain paid work in local primary schools following successful completion

Role Responsibilities (once placed in schools):

• Support teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist children with additional needs, including SEN
• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive learning environment
• Support pupils' social and emotional development

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A passion for working with children and supporting their development
• A willingness to learn and complete the training programme
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and adaptable approach
• Relevant experience is beneficial but not required

What Vision for Education Offers:

• A fully supported route into education
• Competitive daily pay once placed in a school
• Access to ongoing CPD and development opportunities
• Flexible working options across Hull.
• Long-term career progression opportunities within education