Classroom Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Devizes; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training & development

Dedicated consultant support

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd in Devizes is seeking a Classroom Support Assistant to help pupils engage and learn in mainstream and SEN settings. You will work alongside teachers to support learning, behaviour and confidence across the school day, contributing to a positive and inclusive classroom culture.

The role offers both full-time and part-time options, competitive pay, and ongoing training plus a dedicated consultant to assist with placement and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people (desirable).
• A patient, positive and reliable approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting behaviour and learning needs.
• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.
• Relevant qualifications (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in lessons, both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Assisting the teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Providing targeted support for pupils with additional needs, including SEND.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting inclusion.
• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and development.
• Assisting with breaktime supervision and school activities.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience & reliability

Strong communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding commitment

Qualifications desirable

Education

Qualifications desirable

Job description

Classroom Support Assistant

Location: Devizes
Salary: £192.56 per day - higher rates available depending on experience/qualifications
Contract Type: Full-time & part-time available
Start Date: ASAP

Vision for Education is working in partnership with welcoming and inclusive schools across Devizes to recruit dedicated Classroom Support Assistants. This is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact by supporting pupils' behaviour, engagement, and wellbeing in a structured and supportive learning environment, while gaining valuable experience within the classroom.

We are looking for committed Classroom Support Assistants who can work closely with teachers to support learning and behaviour with both mainstream and SEN students of all ages, helping with engagement and confidence throughout the school day.

The Ideal Classroom Support Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children or young people (desirable)


• A patient, positive and reliable approach


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Confidence supporting behaviour and learning needs


• A commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing


• Relevant qualifications (desirable)

Key Responsibilities of a Classroom Support Assistant:

• Supporting pupils in lessons, both 1:1 and in small groups


• Assisting the teacher with lesson preparation and classroom organisation


• Providing targeted support for pupils with additional needs, including SEND


• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting inclusion


• Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing and development


• Assisting with breaktime supervision and school activities

What We Offer for this Classroom Support Assistant Role:

• A supportive and friendly school environment


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• A dedicated consultant available when you need support


• Competitive pay with potential increases based on experience


• A rewarding role where you can make a real difference

Pay & Hours: 14.24 p/h. Monday - Friday 08:30am - 15:30pm, term time only.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. 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 us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We do 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.