Trainee Teaching Assistant (Full-time, Temporary)

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Trainee Teaching Assistants to join their team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This full-time, temporary role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while receiving high-quality training. As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting children's learning and development, working collaboratively with teachers and staff to create a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. If you are proactive, caring, and committed to making a positive impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting and helping children.
• Commitment to completing required training and ongoing CPD.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Compassion

Proactivity

Education

Relevant Educational Background

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Trainee Teaching Assistant (Full-time, Temporary), Newcastle upon Tyne

Client: Vision for Education

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 14668bcca039

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

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About the role

We work alongside our 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 within Newcastle upon Tyne to further develop your skills. We will help you to develop your identity as an educator and help you to choose your specialist area from EYFS, KS1, KS2.

Prior to starting your placement, you will be required to complete a comprehensive training programme delivered by Vision for Education and school leaders, which will give you the essential skills you need to work as a Teaching Assistant.

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

The role of a teaching assistant varies from each school. You may support the teacher in class, run small group interventions, or work on a 1:1 basis to meet the needs of children and help them thrive.

We would love to hear from you if the following applies to you!

• Have a passion for supporting and helping children
• Be dedicated to improving outcomes for all children
• Be kind, caring, and compassionate
• Be proactive and a good communicator
• Be able to work collaboratively in a team
• Be committed to completing the required training and participating in ongoing CPD
• Willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service