Trainee Teaching Assistant

The international education group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An education training provider in Maidstone is offering a fully funded Trainee Teaching Assistant course to support adults seeking new careers in education. Participants will gain essential skills in behaviour management, safeguarding, and special educational needs, receiving dedicated support for job applications and interviews with local schools. This opportunity is open to motivated individuals with a passion for supporting children, and no prior experience is required.

Benefits

Guaranteed job interviews

CV and interview support

Recognised qualification

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children in educational settings.
• Willingness to learn about behaviour management and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in primary, secondary, and SEND classroom environments.
• Support diverse learning needs and create an inclusive atmosphere.

Education

NCFE CACHE qualification

Job description

Trainee Teaching Assistant - Launch Your Career in Education (Kent & Medway)

Ready to begin a meaningful role supporting children in the classroom? This fully funded opportunity helps adults step confidently into Teaching Assistant positions across Kent and Medway, providing the practical skills and knowledge schools are looking for.

You’ll receive targeted training that prepares you for real classroom environments, including behaviour support, safeguarding, SEND awareness, and speech, language and communication skills to help children thrive.

What You Will Gain

• Practical preparation for primary, secondary and SEND settings
• A recognised NCFE CACHE qualification, or unit, depending on chosen pathway: Level 3 Award in Supporting Children and Young People's Speech, Language and Communication or Level 3 Understand How to Support Learning of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
• Training in behaviour management, SEND, safeguarding and speech, language and communication
• CV, application and interview support
• Guaranteed job interviews with local schools
• Guidance to secure a Teaching Assistant role

This opportunity is delivered as part of the government's Skills Bootcamps, offering flexible training for adults aged 19+ living in Kent or Medway who want a new career direction. No previous experience is required, just motivation and a passion for supporting children.

You’ll develop the confidence to assist teachers, support diverse learning needs and create a positive, inclusive classroom. On completion, you’ll receive dedicated support into Teaching Assistant, Learning Support or SEND role.

Apply now to become a Trainee Teaching Assistant.

Please note that this is a training course and no fees apply.