Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant in Huddersfield! This role offers a unique opportunity to enter the education sector with no prior experience required. You'll receive high-quality training and on-the-job experience, shaping your identity as an educator. Engage with children and support their daily needs while working collaboratively with staff and families. With a commitment to safeguarding and professional development, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Excellent weekly pay via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Refer a friend bonus scheme

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting and helping children.
• Dedication to improving outcomes for all children.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers and run small group interventions.
• Work one-on-one to meet and support children's needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Compassion

Proactivity

Job description

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Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant, Huddersfield

Client: Vision for Education

Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: dd6c55d27603

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

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

The role varies by school. You may support class teachers, run small group interventions, or work one-on-one to meet and support the needs of all children.

Requirements

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

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff will undergo thorough interviews, references, and an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is 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 teaching and support staff.

Salary

£325 to £350 per week, depending on experience, training, or qualifications.

What we offer

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

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