Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring educators to become Trainee SEND Teaching Assistants. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about supporting children's educational needs. With no prior experience required, you will receive comprehensive training and on-the-job experience in a school setting. You'll play a vital role in helping children thrive, working closely with teachers and families to create a nurturing environment. Join a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to developing young people and enjoy ongoing support and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Dedicated support from a consultant

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children and improving outcomes.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support class teaching and run small group interventions.
• Build relationships with staff, children, and families.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Proactivity

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

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Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant, Bristol

Client: Vision for Education

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: f6d07dd30caf

Job Views: 7

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

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About the role

Become a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant! No previous experience or qualifications necessary, just a love for helping others.

Vision For Education is excited to offer this unique opportunity to support passionate individuals entering the education sector. We collaborate with client schools to provide successful Trainee SEND Teaching Assistants with high-quality training and paid on-the-job experience.

After a successful interview and pending suitability, safeguarding, and identity checks, we will work to secure you a paid placement in a school to develop your skills. We will assist you in establishing your identity as an educator and help you choose your specialist area, from EYFS, KS1, KS2 to secondary school and SEND provisions.

About the school

Before starting your placement, you will complete a comprehensive training program delivered by Vision for Education and school leaders, equipping you with essential skills to work as a SEND Teaching Assistant.

SEND Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of schools. Effective Teaching Assistants possess excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting children's daily needs. They build relationships with staff, children, and families.

The role varies by school. You may support class teaching, run small group interventions, or work 1:1 to meet each child's needs and enable them to thrive.

Requirements

To be considered for the Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant role, you should:

• Have a passion for supporting children
• Be dedicated to improving outcomes for all children
• Be kind, caring, and compassionate
• Be proactive and a good communicator
• Work well in a team
• Be committed to completing training and ongoing CPD
• Be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding. All staff undergo thorough checks, including an Enhanced DBS, which must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

We are a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to the development of young people, with branches nationwide. We are an employer of choice for primary, secondary, and SEND staff.

What we offer

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to conditions)
• Pension contributions (after qualifying period)
• Full compliance with AWR regulations
• Free professional development training
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Dedicated ongoing support from a consultant

We welcome applications from all community sections and do not discriminate based on age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.