Trainee Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education - Brighton; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency in Brighton is looking for a Trainee Teaching Assistant to support students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Ideal candidates will have a passion for education, possess patience, and thrive in team environments. The role involves working during school hours and assisting in various school activities. The agency offers competitive pay, training, and ongoing support to help you succeed in your educational career.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Social and networking events

Access to a dedicated consultant

Continuous professional development (CPD)

Qualifications

• Willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service.
• Have the right to work within the UK.
• Committed to completing required training and participating in ongoing CPD.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students with SEN on a 1:1 basis.
• Assisting in the playground and class duties.
• Helping with breakfast/after school clubs.

Skills

Passion for helping students grow

Ability to work in a team

Patient and level-headed approach

Ability to work during school hours

Job description

Overview

Trainee Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Location

Brighton, East Sussex

Compensation

£450 - £500 per week (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications)

Availability

ASAP - ongoing

Role Summary

Passionate about education and working with children with SEN? Join Vision for Education as a Trainee Teaching Assistant, providing you valuable experience within school settings. By joining our team you will get the benefits of free training, a dedicated consultant and the backing of a great company to help place you in great schools that can give you the tools necessary to become a great Trainee Teaching Assistant.

Roles within schools will vary from supporting students with SEN on a 1:1 basis to whole group intervention. You may be required to assist in the playground on duties throughout the day and help with the running of breakfast/after school clubs.

Ideal Candidate

• A true passion for helping students grow, learn and develop their education
• The ability to work well in a team environment
• A patient and level‑headed approach to dynamic situations
• The ability to work during school hours (08:30 - 15:30); times can vary depending on the school

Requirements

• Be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service.
• Have the right to work within the UK.
• Be committed to completing the required training and participating in ongoing CPD.

What We Offer

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About Us

The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK‑employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world‑class levels of employee engagement across the Group.

We are a market‑leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to Apply

If you are a Trainee Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).