Trainee Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Carmarthen; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly PAYE

Pension contributions

Professional development

Referral bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education is offering a National Teaching Assistant Programme in Carmarthenshire, giving you a structured start in education as a Trainee Teaching Assistant. You will gain paid, on‑the‑job experience supported by expert guidance.

You’ll be trained and placed in schools across Carmarthenshire, with opportunities to specialise in areas such as EYFS, KS1, KS2, secondary education, and SEND provision, while completing suitability and safeguarding checks.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required
• Two verifiable professional references
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS and Update Service

Job description

About the role

Start Your Career as a Trainee Teaching Assistant

Join a leading education provider to work as a Teaching Assistant in schools across Carmarthenshire and the surrounding areas.

Teaching Assistant -From £92.56 per day

September 2026

Vision for Education is excited to offer a unique opportunity for passionate individuals looking to begin a career in education through our National Teaching Assistant Programme.

About the Role

We work in partnership with local schools to provide Trainee Teaching Assistants with high-quality training alongside paid, on-the-job experience.

Following a successful interview and completion of suitability, safeguarding, and identity checks, we will support you in securing a paid placement within a school. This placement will help you develop your skills, build your confidence, and shape your identity as an educator.

You’ll also have the opportunity to explore and specialise in areas such as EYFS, KS1, KS2, secondary education, and SEND provision.

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Requirements

To be considered for the National Teaching Assistant Programme, you should:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children's learning
• Be committed to improving outcomes for all pupils
• Be kind, caring, and compassionate
• Be proactive with strong communication skills
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Be willing to complete required training and ongoing CPD
• Be prepared to obtain an Enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service

Minimum requirements:

• No formal qualifications required
• Two verifiable professional references
• Willingness to obtain a DBS on the Update Service

Safeguarding Commitment

Vision for Education is fully committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will undergo thorough interview and referencing checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.

About Us

As a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency, Vision for Education is dedicated to supporting the learning and development of young people. With branches nationwide, we are a trusted employer for high‑quality teaching and support staff across primary, secondary, and SEND settings.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to criteria)
• Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period)
• Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations (AWR)
• FREE professional development, including Team Teach training, safeguarding updates, and webinars
• Generous referral bonus scheme
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

About us

If you are a teaching assistant/care worker with a passion for working with young people and you'd like to work in positive and rewarding environment, then this could be ideal for you!

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