Trainee Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate Trainee Teaching Assistant to join their team in Devizes. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, contributing to the development of children and young people. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, driven, and eager to make a positive impact in the classroom. With flexible start dates and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for those looking to embark on a rewarding career in education. Join a team that values dedication and fosters growth in the teaching profession.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to dedicated consultant

Free courses (Team Teach, Autism Awareness)

Qualifications

• Compassionate and understanding approach to children.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people.
• Passionate about improving outcomes for children.

Responsibilities

• Support children in their learning and development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students.

Skills

Compassion

Understanding

Building relationships

Passion for education

Flexibility

Teamwork

Child safety awareness

Job description

About the role

Trainee Teaching Assistant

Devizes

GBP13.68 per hour (Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications)

Contract start date: Monday 2nd September 2025 (Temporary permanent) (Full Time) (Flexible start dates)

The School and Role

Vision for Education work with thousands of primary, secondary and SEND schools and alternative provisions across the Devizes area. The majority of the schools we work with are Ofsted rated excellent and good . The role would involve a dedicated, passionate and determined individual who wants to progress into a teaching profession. The Nation Teaching Assistant Programme would secure you a paid 5-day placement within a SEND school. After completion of the placement and relevant free online training programmes you will be placed into the same or another relevant SEND school setting. The SEND schools that we work with coverage a range of SEN such as ASD, MLD, SLD, SEMH, EBD and ADHD.

Requirements
The desired teaching assistant for the National Teaching Assistant Programme, will have:

• Compassion, understanding and caring manner.
• Be able to build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Be passionate and driven about improving the outcomes for children and young people.
• Be flexible, proactive and a team player.
• Understand the crucial importance of keeping children and young people safe.
• Be able to demonstrate at interview the reasons why you want to start a career in education and explain your understanding of the role of a Teaching Assistant and the important part they play in the school community.

What Vision for Education Offer

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
• Social and networking events
• Pension contributions
• CPD to help with your professional development
• Access to a dedicated consultant
• Access to free courses such as Team Teach and Autism Awareness

About Us

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 determined, motivated, and driven individual 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) or email Gemma on: (url removed)