About the role
Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant – Full Time | Temp to Perm | Immediate Start
Make a real difference. Start a meaningful career. Be part of something bigger.
Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? Have you worked in care, support work, youth work or a similar setting and are now looking to take that next step into education?
We are working in partnership with a forward-thinking SEN secondary school that is expanding over the next 12 months – creating exciting opportunities for dedicated individuals ready to begin a rewarding career in the classroom.
The Role:
• Full-time position within a specialist SEN secondary school
• Supporting students with a range of needs, including:
o ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) – including non-verbal students
o SLD / MLD (Severe & Moderate Learning Difficulties)
o PMLD (Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulties)
• Working closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored support and meaningful learning experiences
• Encouraging independence, communication, and social development
• Gaining hands-on classroom experience with full support and guidance
Why This Role Stands Out:
• Trainee Opportunity
Perfect for individuals looking to transition into education – no school-based experience required, just the right attitude and passion
• Temp to Perm Opportunity
Start with 12 weeks through Vision for Education (paid weekly), with the opportunity to become a permanent member of staff
• Career Progression
With the school expanding, there are clear pathways into Instructor or Unqualified Teacher roles
• Supportive Environment
Join a passionate, nurturing team that will help you learn, grow and succeed
✅ What We’re Looking For:
• Experience working with young people or adults with additional needs (e.g. care, support work, youth work, residential settings)
• A genuine passion for SEN and a desire to build a long-term career in education
• A positive, proactive and resilient attitude
• Someone who is hands-on, willing to learn and ready to fully immerse themselves in school life
Desirable (but not essential):
• Experience supporting individuals with ASC, SLD/MLD or PMLD
• Experience with personal care
• Moving and handling training
• Knowledge of alternative communication methods (e.g. PECS, Makaton, AAC)
Important Dates:
• Immediate start available
• Interviews taking place between 22nd – 30th April
• Early applications strongly encouraged – roles like this fill quickly!
Why Join Through Vision for Education?
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’re part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024
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.
Ready to Apply?