Northallerton DL6 1SZ £14.20 - £19.50 Per Hour Full Time Start Your Career in Education – Trainee SEND Teaching Assistant (Full-Time) Are you looking to start a career in education? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Are you passionate about supporting others and developing new skills? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Vision for Education are offering an exciting opportunity for motivated and caring individuals to become Trainee SEND Teaching Assistants. No previous experience or qualifications are required – just the right attitude, a willingness to learn, and a passion for helping children succeed. This is a full-time opportunity, ideal for someone looking to begin a long-term career working in schools. What we offer Free, high-quality training to prepare you for working in schools Paid, on-the-job experience in a supportive school environment Ongoing support from experienced education professionals The opportunity to work across EYFS, KS1, KS2, Secondary, or SEND specialist settings A clear pathway to a long-term career in education Following a successful interview and completion of safeguarding and suitability checks, we will place you in a full-time paid role within one of our partner schools, where you will gain valuable classroom experience and develop your skills. About the role As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils and helping them reach their full potential. Your responsibilities may include: Supporting teachers in the classroom Working with small groups of pupils Providing 1:1 support for children with additional needs Helping create a positive and inclusive learning environment The best Teaching Assistants are patient, supportive, and have strong communication skills. Most importantly, they are passionate about helping children learn and grow. What we’re looking for A genuine passion for working with children and young people A positive, reliable, and proactive attitude Strong communication and teamwork skills Availability to work full-time during school hours This is a fantastic opportunity to gain real classroom experience and start a rewarding career in education. The requirements - Be dedicated to improving outcomes for all children - Have a passion for supporting and helping 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. - Be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service. About us We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. We 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. The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group. How to apply Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on NTAP