This is a long-term role for a Trainee TA who wants to start their career in SEN support, gain hands-on experience, and develop into a confident Trainee TA.
About the role
Trainee Teaching Assistant – SEN School | Rowde
Full-Time | Long-Term Placement | Full Training Provided | Start ASAP
We are seeking a Trainee Teaching Assistant to work within welcoming and supportive SEN school in Rowde. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in special educational needs, with no previous SEN experience required as comprehensive training and ongoing support are provided.
As a Trainee TA, you will support pupils with a variety of additional needs, including autism, learning difficulties, communication needs, sensory processing differences, and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) challenges. Your role will focus on helping pupils feel safe, engaged, and confident while encouraging independence and progress within a structured learning environment.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is calm, patient, and compassionate
- Is keen to learn and develop within an SEN setting
- Understands the importance of trust and consistency when supporting pupils
- Works well as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Is dependable, adaptable, and proactive
- Maintains strong safeguarding awareness and professional boundaries
- Is motivated to grow and build a long-term career as a Teaching Assistant
About the Role:
- Full-time, long-term Trainee TA position in a specialist SEN school
- Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, and within the classroom
- Assisting with communication, emotional regulation, daily routines, and learning activities
- Working closely with teachers, therapists, and support staff
- Receiving structured training, mentoring, and hands-on guidance throughout
Why Join as a Trainee TA?
- A supported entry route into SEN education
- Valuable experience across different age groups and school settings
- Ongoing professional development and skill-building
- The chance to make a genuine impact on pupils’ lives
- Potential progression into a permanent SEN Teaching Assistant role
If you’re caring, enthusiastic, and ready to begin your journey as a Trainee Teaching Assistant in Rowde, we’d love to hear from you.
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