Unqualified Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Walsall; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to条件)

Pension contributions

Agency Workers' Regulations compliance

Free training opportunities

Referral bonuses and ongoing support

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is offering a National Teaching Assistant Programme across Walsall and surrounding areas to help individuals start a career as Teaching Assistants.

Successful candidates will receive comprehensive training and paid on-the-job experience, with placement in partner schools after interviews and safeguarding checks. The programme provides ongoing consultant support and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to quickly build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Compassion, empathy and understanding towards children and young people.
• Willingness to undertake training and ongoing professional development.
• Eligibility to undergo enhanced DBS checks and register with Update Service.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom activities and learning with a flexible approach.
• Assist with behaviour management and targeted intervention to help pupils make progress.
• Support SEND pupils and track progress alongside teachers and specialists.
• Contribute to reporting on pupil progress and learning outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Behaviour management

Intervention support

SEND support

Progress tracking

Job description

Vision for Education is actively engaged with numerous primary schools and alternative provisions throughout Walsall and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to fostering a positive influence in education. Proudly introducing our National Teaching Assistant Programme in partnership with local schools, we aim to assist individuals in embarking on a career as Teaching Assistants.

The Programme:

Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive training and gain paid on-the-job experience under the guidance of our partner schools.

Upon a successful interview and completion of necessary checks, including safeguarding and identity verification, candidates will be placed in schools for paid placements to enhance their skills. Personal preferences regarding primary, secondary, or SEND provisions will be considered, with continuous support from dedicated consultants.

Before commencing placements, candidates will undertake a training program conducted by ABC Teachers and school leaders, equipping them with essential Teaching Assistant skills.

The Role:

Teaching Assistants play a crucial role in the daily operations of schools, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to swiftly build positive relationships with both students and staff.

Responsibilities may include behaviour management, intervention support, and assisting children with SEND, along with aiding in progress tracking and reporting.

Requirements:

• Demonstrate compassion, understanding, and empathy.
• Exhibit the ability to forge positive connections with children and young individuals.
• Possess a passion for improving educational outcomes.
• Be flexible, proactive, and collaborative team players.
• Understand the paramount importance of child safety.
• Articulate motivations for pursuing a career in education and comprehend the role of a Teaching Assistant.
• Commit to required training and engage in continuous professional development.
• Be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service.

Vision for Education is dedicated to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, adhering to rigorous screening procedures and DBS checks.

About Vision for Education:

Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the educational growth of young individuals. With a national presence, we are a preferred employer for primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

We promote diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

What We Offer:

As part of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly through PAYE.
• Access to a guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and criteria).
• Pension contributions (following a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with Agency Workers' Regulations.
• FREE training opportunities for professional development.
• Referral bonuses and ongoing support from dedicated consultants.