Job Description

Job Reference: 2508224303-2 Date Posted: 10 December 2025 Recruiter: The international education group Location: Grays, Essex Salary: On Application Sector: Support / IAG, Teaching Assistant Job Type: Permanent

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Trainee Teaching Assistant - Launch Your Career in Education (Kent & Medway)


Ready to begin a meaningful role supporting children in the classroom? This fully funded opportunity helps adults step confidently into Teaching Assistant positions across Kent and Medway, providing the practical skills and knowledge schools are looking for.


You ll receive targeted training that prepares you for real classroom environments, including behaviour support, safeguarding, SEND awareness, and speech, language and communication skills to help children thrive.


What You Will Gain


Practical preparation for primary, secondary and SEND settings


A recognised NCFE CACHE qualification, or unit, depending on chosen pathway: Level 3 Award in Supporting Children and Young People s Speech, Language and Communication or Level 3 Understand How to Support Learning of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities


Training in behaviour management, SEND, safeguarding and speech, language and communication


CV, application and interview support


Guaranteed job interviews with local schools


Guidance to secure a Teaching Assistant role


This opportunity is delivered as part of the government s Skills Bootcamps, offering flexible training for adults aged 19+ living in Kent or Medway who want a new career direction. No previous experience is required, just motivation and a passion for supporting children.


You ll develop the confidence to assist teachers, support diverse learning needs and create a positive, inclusive classroom. On completion, you ll receive dedicated support into Teaching Assistant, Learning Support or SEND role.


Apply now to become a Trainee Teaching Assistant.

Please note that this is a training course and no fees apply