About the role
Trainee Teaching Assistant – Outstanding Secondary & Middle Schools | North East | Vision for Education
Are you looking to start a rewarding career in education? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of young people? If so, this is your opportunity to become a Trainee Teaching Assistant with Vision for Education, working in outstanding Secondary and Middle Schools across the North East.
Vision for Education is recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to work as Trainee Teaching Assistants in secondary schools, supporting pupils across KS3 and KS4. This role is ideal for those looking to begin a career in education, offering the opportunity to develop key skills in behaviour management, student support, and classroom assistance.
Working in partnership with NEAT Trust, you’ll gain valuable experience within a network of supportive and forward-thinking schools committed to improving outcomes for young people across the North East. You’ll work closely with teachers and experienced support staff, helping to deliver lessons, provide targeted support to students, and contribute to a positive learning environment.
Whether you're considering teacher training in the future or looking to build a career as a Teaching Assistant, this role provides a strong foundation and clear pathway into education.
About the Role & Schools
We are currently recruiting Trainee Teaching Assistants for permanent, temporary, and long-term supply positions across a network of high-performing and outstanding schools in Newcastle, Gateshead, Northumberland, Sunderland, Durham, and surrounding areas.
As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will work in welcoming, inclusive, and well-resourced schools that:
1. Are rated Outstanding or Good by Ofsted
2. Have strong leadership teams and supportive SEN departments
3. Promote positive behaviour policies and high academic standards
4. Offer excellent CPD opportunities for staff
5. Provide nurturing environments for pupils with SEND, SEMH, EAL, and additional needs
6. Encourage creativity, wellbeing, and personal development alongside academic achievement
These schools pride themselves on:
7. High-quality teaching and learning
8. Strong pastoral care systems
9. Inclusive SEN provision
10. A collaborative staff culture
11. Excellent safeguarding practices
12. Clear progression pathways for support staff
Role Responsibilities
As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
13. Supporting students in the classroom on a 1:1 and small-group basis
14. Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and behaviour management
15. Helping pupils with literacy, numeracy, and emotional regulation
16. Supporting students with SEND, SEMH, autism, and additional learning needs
17. Creating a positive, inclusive learning environment
18. Building strong relationships with pupils and staff
This Trainee Teaching Assistant role offers real classroom experience, ideal for anyone considering teacher training or a long-term career in education.
Location & Hours
19. Locations: Secondary & Middle Schools across the North East
20. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
21. Contract Types: Permanent, temporary, and supply roles available
22. Full-time and part-time opportunities
Requirements
To be considered for a Trainee Teaching Assistant role, you will:
23. Have a genuine passion for working with children and young people
24. Be patient, proactive, and reliable
25. Work well as part of a team
26. Have recent and relevant experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential)
27. Be willing to undertake training as part of our National Teaching Assistant Programme
Qualifications are desirable but not essential. Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.
Safeguarding & Compliance
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All registered staff will:
28. Undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks
29. Hold or be prepared to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
30. Register their DBS on the Update Service
About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency, specialising in primary, secondary, and SEND staffing.
We are proud to be:
31. A Lot 2 provider on the CCS framework
32. An approved MSP (Managed Service Provider)
33. A trusted recruitment partner to schools across the UK
34. Part of The Edwin Group, a Top 10 UK employer
The Edwin Group is ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023 and rated ‘Excellent’ by staff in all engagement categories.
What Vision for Education Offer
As a Trainee Teaching Assistant with Vision for Education, you will receive:
35. Excellent daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE
36. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)
37. Pension contributions (after a qualifying period)
38. Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations)
39. FREE training and CPD including:
Team Teach
Safeguarding & child protection
Online webinars
SEND awareness training
40. A generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme
41. Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support
42. Career progression routes into long-term roles or teacher training
Vision for Education does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.