Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant

Ashford

£440 - £550 per week

October - Ongoing

Vision for Education is seeking passionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to start a rewarding career in education and make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs (SEN).

You’ll work alongside experienced teachers and support staff, gaining hands-on experience in the classroom. No prior school-based experience is required—just a genuine enthusiasm for working with children and a willingness to learn.

The Role Will Involve:

Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs, including autism, ADHD, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
Helping create a positive, inclusive and safe learning environment.
Assisting with classroom activities, small group interventions, and 1:1 support.
Encouraging independence and promoting confidence in learning.
Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals to deliver tailored support.

About You

We are looking for individuals who are:

Passionate about working with children and young people.
Patient, empathetic, and resilient.
Willing to learn and take part in training opportunities provided by Vision for Education.
Reliable, flexible, and committed to supporting pupils with SEN.

Previous experience in care, youth work, or a related role is desirable but not essential. Full training and support will be provided.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

Have relevant experience of working with children, young people or vulnerable adults

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

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

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call the Kent team on (phone number removed).

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