SEN Trainee Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education; Tenterden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education seeks a committed and enthusiastic Trainee Teaching Assistant for a supportive SEN school in Ashford. This role involves working closely with experienced educators to support children with special educational needs, including autism and ADHD. You will assist in creating a positive learning environment and receive training and support.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)

Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period)

FREE training for professional development

Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care, support, or educational setting is desirable but not essential.
• A clear enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis under the direction of the class teacher.
• Assist with the delivery of tailored learning activities.
• Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Proactive attitude

Passion for working with SEN

Job description

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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN)? Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education? Vision for Education is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Trainee Teaching Assistant to join a supportive SEN school in Ashford.

About the Role:

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you’ll be working under the guidance of experienced educators to support children with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties. You will assist in the classroom, help manage behaviour, and contribute to creating a positive learning environment tailored to each pupil’s needs.

This role is perfect for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in education and receive training and support from Vision for Education and the partner school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support students on a 1:1 and small group basis under the direction of the class teacher.
• Assist with the delivery of tailored learning activities.
• Promote inclusion and encourage the participation of pupils in classroom activities.
• Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Support the personal development and well-being of pupils.

About You:

• A genuine passion for working with children with SEN.
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude.
• A willingness to learn and undertake training.
• Previous experience in a care, support, or educational setting is desirable but not essential.
• A clear enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one).

What Vision for Education offer:
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.