Trainee SEN Support Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Free training and CPD

Flexible work around availability

Term-time opportunities

Long-term and temp-to-perm

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd in Lydney is recruiting Trainee SEN Support Assistants to work in local schools and the surrounding Forest of Dean area. You will gain practical experience supporting pupils while receiving free training to develop the skills needed for a career in education.

This role suits graduates, career changers, and those with childcare or youth work backgrounds. DBS and right to work in the UK required; training and ongoing consultant support provided.

Qualifications

• No prior SEN experience required.
• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Background in teaching, childcare, youth work or similar is useful.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN and SEND on a 1:1 or small-group basis.
• Assist teachers and support staff to help pupils access lessons.
• Promote inclusive and calm classroom environments.
• Contribute to safeguarding and CPD training.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Good communication

Calm under pressure

Willing to learn

Job description

Trainee SEN Support Assistant

Lydney

Flexible | Full-Time | Part-Time | Term Time

Immediate Start

Want to start working in education but don't have previous school experience? If you enjoy working with children and young people and are interested in SEND and additional needs, this could be a great way to get started.

Vision for Education are recruiting Trainee SEN Support Assistants to work in schools across Lydney and the surrounding Forest of Dean area. You'll gain practical experience supporting pupils while receiving free training and guidance to help you develop the skills needed for a career in education.

This role could suit graduates, career changers, support workers, youth workers, sports coaches, childcare professionals or anyone with a genuine interest in supporting children.

What does a Trainee SEN Support Assistant do?

You'll work alongside teachers and experienced support staff, helping pupils get the most from their school day.

Depending on the setting, you could be:

• Supporting pupils with SEN and SEND on a 1:1 or small-group basis
• Helping children access lessons and classroom activities
• Supporting pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH and communication needs
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Helping children develop confidence, independence and social skills
• Providing additional support with learning and communication
• Working with teachers, SENCOs and other support staff
• Helping create a calm, inclusive and supportive classroom

Training Provided

You don't need to be an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to apply.

Through our National Teaching Assistant Programme, you'll have access to FREE training covering areas such as:

• Safeguarding in Education
• SEND Awareness
• Behaviour Management
• Teaching Assistant responsibilities
• Supporting children and young people in schools

You'll also have ongoing support from your dedicated Vision for Education consultant throughout your placements.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are:

• Patient, caring and approachable
• Reliable and committed
• Comfortable working with children and young people
• Good communicators
• Calm and consistent when supporting behaviour
• Willing to learn and take advice from experienced school staff
• Interested in developing a career in SEN, SEND or education

Previous experience isn't essential, but backgrounds in Teaching Assistant work, childcare, care, youth work, support work, coaching, mentoring or education are particularly useful.

You will need an Enhanced DBS or be willing to obtain one, along with suitable references and the Right to Work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Weekly PAYE pay
• FREE training and ongoing CPD
• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Full-time, part-time and day-to-day opportunities
• Term-time working
• Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities