Trainee Learning Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training courses

Career progression

Ongoing professional development

Staff events

Long-term career in specialist ed

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd in Chippenham, Wiltshire, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join a specialist school team as a Trainee Learning Support Assistant. No SEN or school experience is required; the role focuses on supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and helping them develop communication, confidence and independence.

You will receive training, ongoing professional development and strong career progression opportunities, with a welcoming school team and regular staff

Qualifications

• No prior school or SEN experience required.
• Right to Work in the UK and Enhanced DBS, or willingness to apply.
• Willingness to learn and commit to supporting pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with severe learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Help children participate in lessons, activities and practical learning.
• Encourage communication, confidence and independence.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Work alongside experienced teachers and support staff.
• Learn how to support each pupil’s individual needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Reliability

Team player

Patience

Job description

Trainee Learning Support Assistant - No Experience Required

Chippenham, Wiltshire | £475+ per week | PAYE

Monday-Friday | Immediate Start | Career Progression

Start a career where you can make a difference

Vision for Education is working with a lovely specialist school in Chippenham, looking for enthusiastic, reliable and caring people to join their team.

You’ll be supporting children and young people with severe learning difficulties, helping them develop communication skills, confidence and independence.

No previous school or SEN experience is required. What matters is having the right mindset, a genuine passion for helping others and the willingness to learn. If you’re ready to get stuck in, take on new challenges and make a positive difference to children’s lives every day, this could be the perfect opportunity to start your career in education.

What’s in it for you?

• £475+ per week, paid through PAYE.
• Full-time, Monday-Friday work.
• Training courses to help you get your career in education started.
• Ongoing support and professional development.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• A welcoming school with a lovely team and wonderful pupils.
• Staff events and social activities.
• The chance to build a rewarding, long-term career in specialist education.

What will you be doing?

• Supporting pupils with severe learning difficulties and additional needs.
• Helping children take part in lessons, activities and practical learning.
• Encouraging communication, confidence and independence.
• Building positive, trusting relationships with pupils.
• Working alongside experienced teachers and support staff.
• Learning how to support each pupil’s individual needs.

Every child is different, and even small achievements can make a huge difference. You’ll have the opportunity to celebrate those moments while developing valuable skills and experience.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for people who are ready to learn, get involved and become a valued part of the school team.

You’ll ideally be:

• Enthusiastic and motivated - keen to start a new career and develop your skills.
• Reliable and committed - consistency is incredibly important to the pupils.
• Patient and compassionate - understanding that every child has different needs.
• Adaptable and proactive - willing to try new things and take guidance.
• A team player - ready to support colleagues and contribute positively.
• Passionate about making a difference - wanting to help children and young people reach their potential.

Experience in care, childcare, sports coaching, youth work or similar roles can be useful, but it’s not essential. We can help you develop the skills you need through training and support.

The key is your mindset. You don’t need to know everything on day one, but you do need the right attitude, a willingness to learn and the commitment to show up for the children who need you.

You’ll need the Right to Work in the UK and an Enhanced DBS, or be willing to apply.

Ready to get started?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive school, learn from experienced staff and build a career with genuine opportunities for progression.

If you’re looking for more than just another job and want to do something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.<