Trainee Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is seeking a motivated Trainee Teaching Assistant to support students in SEND schools across Wiltshire, including Salisbury. This entry-level role offers hands-on classroom experience and a pathway into teacher training.

You will work closely with teachers to support literacy, numeracy and emotional regulation, participate in safeguarding, and gain exposure to best practices in inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people
• Be patient, proactive, and reliable
• Work well as part of a team
• Have recent and relevant experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
• Be willing to undertake training as part of our National Teaching Assistant Programme

Responsibilities

• 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

Job description

About the role

Trainee Teaching Assistant - SEND Schools | Salisbury| 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 and good SEND schools and provisions across Wiltshire.

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 Salisbury, Warminster, Calne, Corsham, Melksham, Chippenham, Devizes, 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

These schools pride themselves on:

• High‑quality teaching and learning
• Strong pastoral care systems
• Inclusive SEN provision
• A collaborative staff culture
• Excellent safeguarding practices
• Clear progression pathways for support staff

Role Responsibilities

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 experience, ideal for anyone considering teacher training or a long‑term career in education.

Location & Hours

• Locations: Wiltshire
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
• Contract Types: Permanent, temporary, and supply roles available
• Full‑time and part‑time opportunities

Requirements

To be considered for a Trainee Teaching Assistant role, you will:

• Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people
• Be patient, proactive, and reliable
• Work well as part of a team
• Have recent and relevant experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
• Be willing to undertake training as part of our National Teaching Assistant Programme

Qualifications are desirable but not essential. Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All registered staff will:

• Undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks
• Hold or be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
• Register t