Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant - Start a Rewarding Career

Vision for Education Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary school in Henbury, Bristol. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them feel safe, build relationships and gain confidence to engage with learning.

No SEND experience is required; the school seeks a calm, patient person who genuinely wants to help children succeed and learn on the job.

Qualifications

• No previous SEND experience required.
• Candidate should be willing to learn and stay calm in challenging moments.
• Genuine desire to help children succeed in a specialist setting.

Responsibilities

• Supporting primary-aged pupils with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
• Helping children feel settled, safe and ready to learn.
• Building positive relationships through patience and consistency.
• Encouraging pupils to develop confidence and manage their emotions.
• Supporting classroom activities and helping children engage with learning.
• Using positive approaches to behaviour with guidance from experienced staff.
• Helping pupils develop social skills, independence and coping strategies.
• Working closely with teachers and other support staff.

Skills

Patient and understanding

Calm and resilient

Caring and approachable

Reliable and consistent

Proactive and willing to learn

Positive and motivated

Job description

Vision for Education is recruiting a Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary school in Henbury, Bristol. You will support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them feel safe, build relationships and gain confidence to engage with learning.

No SEND experience is required; the school seeks a calm, patient person who genuinely wants to help children succeed and learn on the job.