Vision for Education
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Start Your Career as a Teaching Assistant
Join a leading education provider to work as a Teaching Assistant in schools across Swansea and the surrounding areas.
Teaching Assistant - From £92.56 per day
September 2026
Vision for Education is excited to offer a unique opportunity for passionate individuals looking to begin a career in education through our National Teaching Assistant Programme.
About The Role
We work in partnership with local schools to provide Trainee Teaching Assistants with high-quality training alongside paid, on-the-job experience.
Following a successful interview and completion of suitability, safeguarding, and identity checks, we will support you in securing a paid placement within a school. This placement will help you develop your skills, build your confidence, and shape your identity as an educator.
You’ll also have the opportunity to explore and specialise in areas such as EYFS, KS1, KS2, secondary education, and SEND provision.
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Learn more about the programme here: www.visionforeducation.co.uk/ntap
Requirements
To be considered for the National Teaching Assistant Programme, you should:
- Have a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning
- Be committed to improving outcomes for all pupils
- Be kind, caring, and compassionate
- Be proactive with strong communication skills
- Work effectively as part of a team
- Be willing to complete required training and ongoing CPD
- Be prepared to obtain an Enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service
Minimum requirements:
- No formal qualifications required
- Two verifiable professional references
- Willingness to obtain a DBS on the Update Service
Safeguarding Commitment
Vision for Education is fully committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will undergo thorough interview and referencing checks and must hold, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.
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About Us
As a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency, Vision for Education is dedicated to supporting the learning and development of young people. With branches nationwide, we are a trusted employer for high-quality teaching and support staff across primary, secondary, and SEND settings.
What We Offer
- Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to criteria)
- Pension contributions (subject to qualifying period)
- Full compliance with Agency Workers’ Regulations (AWR)
- FREE professional development, including Team Teach training, safeguarding updates, and webinars
- Generous referral bonus scheme
- Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
About Us
If you are a teaching assistant/care worker with a passion for working with young people and you’d like to work in positive and rewarding environment, then this could be ideal for you!
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