Trainee Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Padstow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits those passionate about education! Join as a Trainee Teaching Assistant and receive comprehensive training while gaining paid experience in schools. This role is perfect for individuals eager to make a difference in children's lives, providing essential support in classrooms. With a focus on professional development and a commitment to improving educational outcomes, you will thrive in a nurturing environment. Embrace this chance to grow your skills and contribute positively to the educational sector!

Benefits

Competitive daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Dedicated ongoing support from a personal consultant

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting and helping children.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support class teaching and run small group interventions.
• Work one-on-one to meet individual children's needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Dedication to Child Development

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

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

About the opportunity

Vision For Education is excited to offer this bespoke opportunity to support passionate individuals entering the education sector. We collaborate with client schools to provide Trainee Teaching Assistants with high-quality training and paid on-the-job experience.

After a successful interview and pending suitability, safeguarding, and identity checks, we will work to secure you a paid placement in a school to develop your skills. We will assist you in establishing your identity as an educator and help you choose your specialist area, such as EYFS, KS1, KS2, secondary school, or SEND provisions.

Training and development

Through our NTAP course, you will receive free training before starting in a school. This includes modules on SEND, Classroom Management, and an Introduction to School Training.

About the role

Prior to your placement, you will complete a comprehensive training program delivered by Vision for Education and school leaders, equipping you with essential skills to work as a Teaching Assistant.

Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in the smooth operation of schools. Successful Teaching Assistants typically have excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting children’s day-to-day needs. They build relationships with staff, children, and families.

The specific responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant may vary by school. Tasks could include supporting class teaching, running small group interventions, or working one-on-one to meet individual children’s needs and help them thrive.

Minimum requirements

• Dedication to improving outcomes for all children
• A passion for supporting and helping children
• Kindness, caring, and compassion
• Commitment to completing training and ongoing professional development (CPD)
• Willingness to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service

What Vision for Education offers

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to conditions)
• Pension contributions (after qualifying period)
• Full compliance with AWR regulations
• Free professional development training, including Team Teach, webinars, safeguarding, and child protection updates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme
• Dedicated ongoing support from a personal consultant

Equal opportunity statement

Vision for Education does not discriminate based on age, gender, race, color, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and welcomes applications from all community sections.