Trainee Teaching Assistant Location: Dursley area Salary: £462.80 - £500 per week Contract: Flexible / 0-hour (term-time only) About the Role - Trainee Teaching Assistant Thinking about becoming a Trainee Teaching Assistant but don’t have school experience yet? This is a great way to get started. We’re looking for a Trainee Teaching Assistant in the Dursley area to work within a specialist school setting, gaining real classroom experience while being fully supported and trained. As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you’ll be learning on the job and building confidence in a structured, supportive environment. What you’ll be doing as a Trainee Teaching Assistant: Supporting pupils in class, in small groups, or 1:1 Helping staff with day-to-day classroom activities Supporting behaviour and engagement in learning Adapting to different routines and school environments Building confidence working with children and young people Trainee Teaching Assistant Training Programme Before and during your placement as a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you’ll complete practical training including: Safeguarding Behaviour management Introduction to being a Teaching Assistant SEND awareness Full support is provided throughout your journey as a Trainee Teaching Assistant. Placement & Support for Trainee Teaching Assistants Help finding your school placement in Dursley Dedicated consultant support Ongoing guidance while in school Opportunities to progress into long-term or permanent roles Flexible Work – Trainee Teaching Assistant 0-hour contract – choose your availability Day-to-day or longer-term placements Fits around other commitments What we’re looking for in a Trainee Teaching Assistant: Reliable and keen to work with children Willing to learn and get involved Calm, patient, and good communicator Able to build positive relationships DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply) No qualifications needed – attitude is key for this Trainee Teaching Assistant role. What you’ll get as a Trainee Teaching Assistant: Free training through our National Teaching Assistant Programme Weekly pay Flexible working options Clear route into a permanent school role Full support from start to finish If you’re ready to start your journey as a Trainee Teaching Assistant in the Dursley area, apply today with your CV. NTAP