Trainee Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits those eager to step into the education sector as Trainee Teaching Assistants. This role offers comprehensive training and on-the-job experience, allowing individuals to develop their skills while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. With a focus on communication and compassion, successful candidates will support teachers and engage with students in various capacities, ensuring every child thrives. Join a supportive environment that values dedication and passion for education, and embark on a fulfilling journey in the teaching profession.

Benefits

Excellent daily rates paid weekly via PAYE

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional development training

Referral bonuses

Support from a dedicated consultant

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting and helping children.
• Dedication to improving outcomes for all children.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers during class and run small group interventions.
• Build relationships with staff, children, and families.

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!

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 successful Trainee Teaching Assistants with high-quality training and paid on-the-job experience.

Following 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 from EYFS, KS1, KS2 to secondary school and SEND provisions.

Through our NTAP course, prior to starting in a school, you will receive free training to enhance your skills. This includes SEND, Classroom Management, and Introduction to School training courses.

About the school

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

Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in the smooth operation of schools. The most effective Teaching Assistants possess excellent communication skills and a passion for supporting children's daily needs. They build relationships with staff, children, and families.

The role varies across schools. You may support the teacher during class, run small group interventions, or work one-on-one to meet each child's needs and enable them to thrive.

Requirements

To be considered for the Trainee Teaching Assistant role, you should:

• Be dedicated to improving outcomes for all children
• Have a passion for supporting and helping children
• Be kind, caring, and compassionate
• Commit to completing the required training and ongoing CPD
• Be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service

What Vision for Education offers

As a valued employee, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly via PAYE
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and criteria)
• Pension contributions (after qualifying period)
• Full compliance with AWR regulations
• Free professional development training, including Team Teach, webinars, safeguarding, and child protection updates
• Referral bonuses for referring friends or colleagues
• Support from a dedicated consultant

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