Trainee Teaching Assistant

Trainee Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a motivated and caring Trainee Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Westbury
. This Trainee Teaching Assistant role is perfect for someone who wants to begin a career in education, enjoys helping children with additional needs, and is eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment.

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant
, you will support pupils aged 4 19 across the school while developing your skills and understanding of SEND practice. Your daily duties will include:

• Providing 1:1 Trainee Teaching Assistant support and assisting small groups to help pupils take part in learning.
• Working with children who may have ASD, communication difficulties, sensory needs, SEMH, PMLD or physical challenges.
• Helping to create a calm, structured and positive classroom atmosphere.
• Assisting pupils with personal care, feeding and mobility if needed (full guidance and training can be provided).
• Building supportive, trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and experienced Teaching Assistants to learn effective strategies.
• Using visual aids, communication systems and routines to support pupils understanding throughout the day.

This Trainee Teaching Assistant position is hands-on, varied and ideal for someone who wants to build confidence and experience in a rewarding SEN environment.

The school provides a warm, inclusive environment tailored for children and young people with complex needs. As a Trainee Teaching Assistant
, you will benefit from:

• Small class sizes and strong levels of staff support.
• A focus on communication skills, sensory learning and independence.
• Close collaboration with therapists and specialist staff who guide and support Trainee Teaching Assistants.
• A friendly, dedicated team committed to helping pupils develop confidence and life skills.

The school is accessible from Westbury
, Warminster
, Trowbridge
, Frome
, and surrounding areas.

To be considered for this Trainee Teaching Assistant position, you should:

• Be patient, enthusiastic and keen to learn.
• Have a genuine interest in supporting children or young people.
• Be comfortable helping pupils with a range of additional needs, including personal care.
• Be a good communicator who works well within a team.
• Ideally have a DBS on the Update Service
  , or be willing to apply for one.
• Be open to training and development as you grow into your Trainee Teaching Assistant role.

£88.92 £ 100.00 per day
, depending on experience and training.

• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to eligibility).
• Pension contributions.
• Full AWR compliance.
• Free CPD and Trainee Teaching Assistant training opportunities.
• A supportive consultant to guide you through your placement.
• A generous refer-a-friend bonus.

All applicants must complete full safeguarding and compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS.

To apply for this Trainee Teaching Assistant role
, please send your CV or contact William Toal for more details.