Trainee Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is recruiting a Trainee Teaching Assistant to support pupils across outstanding secondary and middle schools in the North East. The role offers hands-on classroom experience, working within welcoming, well-resourced schools that value inclusion and high standards of learning.

The position is ideal for graduates or career-changers seeking a pathway into education, with opportunities to develop skills in literacy, numeracy and SEND support within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Graduate or career-changer welcome to start a rewarding career in education.
• Hands-on classroom experience sought in secondary/middle settings.
• Willingness to support students with SEND, SEMH, EAL and additional needs.
• Commitment to positive behaviour policies and inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Support students in the classroom on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management.
• Help pupils with literacy, numeracy and emotional regulation.
• Support students with SEND, SEMH, autism and additional learning needs.
• Create a positive, inclusive learning environment and build strong relationships.

Job description

Trainee Teaching Assistant - Outstanding Secondary & Middle Schools | North East | Vision for Education

Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people? If so, this is your opportunity to become a Trainee Teaching Assistant with Vision for Education, working in outstanding Secondary and Middle Schools across the North East.

Our Trainee Teaching Assistant roles are ideal for individuals who are passionate about education, enthusiastic about supporting students, and keen to gain hands-on classroom experience. Whether you're a graduate, career-changer, or someone with relevant experience working with children, this Trainee Teaching Assistant opportunity could be the perfect pathway into education.

About the Role & Schools

We are currently recruiting Trainee Teaching Assistants for permanent, temporary, and long-term supply positions across a network of high-performing and outstanding schools in Newcastle, Gateshead, Northumberland, Sunderland, Durham, and surrounding areas.

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will work in welcoming, inclusive, and well-resourced schools that:

• Are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted

• Have strong leadership teams and supportive SEN departments

• Promote positive behaviour policies and high academic standards

• Offer excellent CPD opportunities for staff

• Provide nurturing environments for pupils with SEND, SEMH, EAL, and additional needs

• Encourage creativity, wellbeing, and personal development alongside academic achievement

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting students in the classroom on a 1:1 and small-group basis

• Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management

• Helping pupils with literacy, numeracy, and emotional regulation

• Supporting students with SEND, SEMH, autism, and additional learning needs

• Creating a positive, inclusive learning environment

• Building strong relationships with pupils and staff

This Trainee Teaching Assistant role offers real classroom exp