Trainee Teaching Assistant

Trainee Teaching Assistant – Start Your Career in Education 

Ready to begin a meaningful career supporting children in the classroom? This fully funded trainee opportunity is ideal for those looking to step into a Teaching Assistant role with the skills, confidence and knowledge schools are looking for.

What You Will Gain

· Practical training for primary and secondary settings

· The NCFE CACHE Level 3 Level 3 'Understand How to Support Learning of Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

· Classroom skills including behaviour support, safeguarding and communication

· CV, application and interview coaching

· Guaranteed job interviews with local schools

· Ongoing support to secure a Teaching Assistant position

This programme forms part of the government’s Skills Bootcamps, offering flexible training for adults aged 19+ living in Swindon and Wiltshire who want to move into a new career. No previous classroom experience is needed, just enthusiasm, commitment and a desire to support children’s learning.

You’ll learn how to assist teachers, set up activities, support learners with different needs and create a positive classroom environment. With dedicated guidance throughout, you’ll be supported directly into Teaching Assistant, Learning Support or SEND Support roles upon completion.

If you’re caring, motivated and ready to start a rewarding journey in education, this is the perfect way to begin.

Apply now to become a Trainee Teaching Assistant.

Training course starts week commencing 14th September 2026. For more information please see our website.

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