Trainee Teaching Assistant

Overview

Trainee Teaching Assistant

We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for individuals who are passionate about education and want to support children with special educational needs (SEN). As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will receive high-quality training while gaining valuable on-the-job experience. This position is perfect for those who have a love for helping others but may not have previous experience or qualifications in education.

We are working with a number of Secondary Schools based in Tameside, and ideally candidates would be able to commute to Droylsden, Hyde, Ashton, Dukinfield and/or Glossop.

This role will start ASAP and run full-time until December 2026.

• Earning potential up to £110 per day
• Client schools all have secure car parks and good transport links
• Working hours 8am - 3pm
• Gain experience working in a large, diverse and busy school setting
• Making a difference supporting SEN students

• The ability to be flexible and work closely with all school departments to identify and help those students that need additional support.
• It is essential that applicants are able to build relationships and connect with a variety of students from different backgrounds.
• Candidates must be organised and have experience supporting students in 1:1 and small group settings.

At Teaching Personnel, we are dedicated to supporting children with learning needs and barriers to learning. Our schools provide a positive and nurturing environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of students. Join our team and be part of an organisation that values passion, commitment, and the desire to help others.

If you would like to apply for this role, or any other roles that Teaching Personnel might have to offer, you must attach an up-to-date CV with at least 10 years of your previous employment history (if possible) to be considered.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education" this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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