Trainee Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is pleased to offer a Trainee Teaching Assistant placement in the TS14 area, providing a paid, on-the-job training opportunity to start a rewarding career in education. No prior experience is required.

You will receive comprehensive training and support from partner schools, gaining experience in KS1/KS2, classroom support, small-group interventions, and one-to-one assistance. Applicants should be prepared to pay for an Enhanced DBS check and register with the Update

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting and helping children.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and maintain reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in classrooms and support KS1/KS2 activity.
• Contribute to small-group interventions and 1:1 support as needed.
• Engage with pupils to help them achieve learning goals.

Skills

Passion for children

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Job description

Trainee Teaching Assistant - TS14 Area

£92.56 per day

Are you looking to start a career in education?

Are you passionate about supporting children?

Do you want a rewarding career where you can make a real difference to children's lives?

Become a Trainee Teaching Assistant! No previous experience or qualifications are necessary, just a passion for helping others.

Working within the care or education sector may help you secure a placement. Please note that candidates are required to pay £53.80 for an Enhanced DBS check, plus an additional £16 fee to register with the DBS Update Service.

Vision for Education is excited to offer this bespoke opportunity to support passionate individuals looking to enter the education sector. We work alongside our partner schools to provide successful Trainee Teaching Assistants with high-quality training and paid, on-the-job experience.

Following a successful interview and subject to suitability, safeguarding and identity checks, we will work to secure you a paid placement in a school within the TS14 area and surrounding locations, helping you to develop your skills and experience. We will support you in developing your identity as an educator and choosing your specialist area, from Key Stage 1 (KS1) or Key Stage 2 (KS2).

Before starting your placement, you will complete a comprehensive training programme delivered by Vision for Education and school leaders, providing you with the essential skills needed to work as a Teaching Assistant.

Teaching Assistants are instrumental in ensuring the smooth running of schools. The most effective Teaching Assistants have excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting the day-to-day needs of children. They are also able to build positive relationships with staff, children and their families.

The role of a Teaching Assistant varies between schools. You may support the teacher during whole-class lessons, run small-group interventions or work on a one-to-one basis to ensure every child's needs are met and they can thrive.

Please note: These roles are offered on a supply basis, and permanent positions are not guaranteed.

• Have a passion for supporting and helping children.
• Are dedicated to improving outcomes for all children.
• Are kind, caring and compassionate.
• Are proactive and a good communicator.
• Can work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Are committed to completing the required training and participating in ongoing continuing professional development (CPD).
• Are willing to pay for an Enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service.