This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about education and eager to embark on a rewarding career journey in supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will undergo comprehensive online courses covering essential topics such as working in schools, supporting students with SEND, and safeguarding within educational settings. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through 5 days of paid work experience within an SEND school, providing valuable insights into the day-to-day responsibilities of a Teaching Assistant. Throughout your training, you will receive guidance and mentorship from experienced educators, equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in a supportive learning environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine interest in working with children, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn and grow. This is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your educational career and make a positive impact on the lives of students with SEND.

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant at a broad-spectrum school, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of Special Educational Needs including Autism, Complex Needs, and Speech & Language Delay. The schools cater to students with a wide range of additional needs, providing tailored support and resources to ensure inclusive education for all with a focus on Capable Environments to ensure that the school environment provides a highly structured, low arousal and a neuro-inclusive approach to learning. Kingsbury Academy has a specialised ‘Learning for Life’ curriculum which is carefully crafted to meet the unique needs of their learners, offering tailored support and opportunities for growth in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

• A DBS Check, or readiness to undergo a DBS check.
• Personal experience with SEND children is desirable but not essential.
• A passion for working with students who have additional needs.
• GCSE Mathematics and English at a grade C or above.
• Be able to provide a minimum of 2 professional references from prior employment in the last 5 years.

• Be able to provide a minimum of 2 professional references from prior employment in the last 5 years.
• GCSE Mathematics and English at a grade C or above.

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.