1-1 Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education - Cambridge; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a highly motivated Teaching Assistant to provide 1‑1 support for pupils with additional needs in Wisbech. The role involves assisting children in their learning and requires a commitment to inclusion and excellent interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in primary education and the ability to work both independently and under guidance. A salary range of £89 to £100 per day is offered, alongside opportunities for professional development through free training and support.

Benefits

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

Free professional training

Dedicated consultant support

Refer-a-friend bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in a Primary School or similar setting.
• Experience in 1:1 support.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1‑1 support to pupils with additional needs.
• Assist children in accessing learning set by the class teacher.
• Work under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo.

Skills

Commitment to inclusion

Excellent interpersonal skills

Time-management skills

Experience with children with SEND

Job description

Teaching Assistant – 1:1 Support for Pupils with SEND

We are looking to appoint a teaching assistant who is highly motivated, innovative and interested in providing 1‑1 support to pupils with additional needs. The role is to support children with SEND, usually working on a 1‑1 basis, assisting the children in accessing the learning set by the class teacher. The role is based in a school in the Wisbech area of Cambridgeshire. It is a warm and supportive school where all staff are committed to the inclusion of all pupils.

Successful candidate will:

• Be committed to inclusion
• Enjoy making learning a positive experience
• Have some experience of adapting the curriculum and creating bespoke activities to meet an individual’s needs
• Be highly organised and have excellent time‑management skills
• Be able to work under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCo but have the ability to use their own initiative to support individuals
• Have excellent interpersonal skills that motivate and inspire children
• Be highly motivated, have a positive attitude and be prepared to develop relationships with children who need consistency and clear boundaries from someone who really cares
• Have some experience in supporting children with medical conditions within an educational setting

Qualifications

• Previous experience within Primary Schools or a similar setting
• Experience with 1:1

Salary

£89 to £100 per day, dependent on experience, training or qualifications.

What Vision for Education offers

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in‑house payroll team using the 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)
• 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

Safeguarding

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market‑leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high‑quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

Equality and Diversity

Vision for Education does not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Application

Apply via this website with an up‑to‑date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Jenny Freeman or email me at: #visionsupport