At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with diverse learning needs and help them thrive in a positive environment.
- Company: Join Vision for Education, a top-rated employer dedicated to making a difference in education.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, full training, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team in a rewarding career path with excellent growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of young people while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Passion for working with children, patience, and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 22500 - 27500 £ per year.
- Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant
- Ashford
- September 2026
The Role
Vision for Education is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate individuals who are keen to begin a rewarding career in education as a
Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant . This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience working across a wide range of
Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools , supporting children and young people with diverse learning needs including Autism (ASC), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges, and physical disabilities.
You don't need prior classroom experience—just a genuine passion for making a difference, patience, and a willingness to learn.
Full training and ongoing professional development will be provided.
Responsibilities
- Support pupils with a range of additional needs in their learning and personal development.
- Work alongside teachers and experienced support staff to create a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment.
- Provide one-to-one or small group support, adapting activities to suit individual abilities.
- Encourage independence and help pupils build confidence and life skills.
- Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
Requirements
- A passion for working with children and young people.
- A patient, caring, and flexible approach.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to learning and professional development.
- A DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
About Vision for Education
The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023.
Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group.
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people.
With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
- What Vision for Education offer
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Trainee SEN Teaching Assistant in Ashford employer: Vision for Education Ltd
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