Trainee Teaching Assistant

Austin Fraser; Devizes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education supply agency is seeking a passionate Trainee Teaching Assistant to join their team in Devizes. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with children and young people, particularly those with special educational needs. As part of the National Teaching Assistant Programme, you will receive valuable training and a paid placement in a SEND school, allowing you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. With flexible start dates and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to embark on a rewarding career in education. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering the development of young learners.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Social and networking events

Pension contributions

CPD for professional development

Access to a dedicated consultant

Free courses such as Team Teach and Autism Awareness

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring individual with a passion for improving outcomes for children.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs in a school environment.
• Participate in a 5-day paid placement within a SEND school.

Skills

Compassion

Relationship Building

Passion for Education

Flexibility

Teamwork

Understanding of Child Safety

Education

Relevant Qualifications in Education

Job description

About the role

Trainee Teaching Assistant

Devizes

£13.68 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 National 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 cover 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:

1. Compassion, understanding, and a caring manner.
2. Ability to build positive relationships with children and young people.
3. Passion and drive to improve the outcomes for children and young people.
4. Flexibility, proactiveness, and teamwork skills.
5. Understanding of the crucial importance of keeping children and young people safe.
6. Ability 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:

1. 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.)
2. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
3. Social and networking events
4. Pension contributions
5. CPD to help with your professional development
6. Access to a dedicated consultant
7. 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: gemma.lee-beresford

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