Classroom Support Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Stonehouse; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE

Long-term placements

Flexible opportunities

Permanent position potential

Free training

School holidays off

Annual leave

Consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd in Stonehouse is seeking a Classroom Support Assistant to work across primary and specialist settings, supporting pupils with SEND, SEN, Autism, ADHD, SEMH and learning needs. You will help with lessons, support pupils 1:1 or in small groups, and contribute to a calm, inclusive classroom environment.

Ideal candidates are patient, reliable and great communicators, with experience in education or childcare preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in education, childcare, care or youth work preferred but not essential.
• Enhanced DBS preferred or willing to obtain one.
• Ability to work across primary and specialist settings with SEND/ASC/ADHD/SEMH needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups.
• Assist children to engage with lessons and activities.
• Work alongside teachers, teaching assistants and SEN staff.
• Encourage positive behaviour and good learning habits.
• Support pupils with communication, social and emotional needs.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and resilience.
• Follow individual support plans and school strategies.
• Create a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Communication

Team player

Patience

Behaviour management

Education

Enhanced DBS (Update Service)

Job description

Classroom Support Assistant

Pay: £14.24 per hour+
Location: Stonehouse
Contract: Full Time | Term Time | Ongoing

Are you looking for a role where you can use your experience with children and young people in a school setting? Vision for Education are recruiting Classroom Support Assistants to work in schools across Stonehouse and the surrounding areas, supporting pupils with a range of additional needs.

This opportunity could suit candidates living in Stonehouse, Stroud, Dursley, Nailsworth, Kings Stanley, Eastington, Cam, Berkeley and nearby areas.

What we offer

• £14.24+ per hour, paid weekly via PAYE
• Long-term Monday to Friday placements
• Full-time, part-time and flexible opportunities
• Potential to secure a permanent school position
• FREE training, including Safeguarding, SEND Awareness, Behaviour Management and Introduction to Teaching Assistant
• School holidays off and sociable working hours
• Flexibility around appointments and annual leave
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

Immediate Start

About the Role

As a Classroom Support Assistant, you could work across primary and specialist settings, supporting pupils with SEND, SEN, Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties, speech and language needs and behavioural needs.

Your day-to-day responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
• Helping children engage with lessons and classroom activities
• Working alongside teachers, Teaching Assistants and SEN staff
• Encouraging positive behaviour and good learning habits
• Supporting pupils with communication, social and emotional needs
• Helping children develop confidence, independence and resilience
• Following individual support plans and school strategies
• Creating a calm, safe and inclusive classroom environment

Who We're Looking For

This role would suit someone who is:

• Passionate about working with children and young people
• Patient, reliable and approachable
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils
• A good communicator and team player
• Able to remain calm when supporting challenging behaviour
• Experienced in education, childcare, care, youth work, sports coaching or similar settings — although this is not essential
• Interested in developing a career as a Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, Learning Support Assistant or support worker

An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is preferred, or you must be willing to obtain one.

Why Vision for Education?

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Higher rates available depending on experience and qualifications
• Additional travel allowance where applicable
• FREE training and ongoing CPD
• Pension contributions
• £125 Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Dedicated consultant support
• Access to long-term, permanent and flexible education opportunities

Job Types

• Full-time
• Part-time
• Temporary
• Temp-to-Perm

Contract: Ongoing, term time

The role is subject to an Enhanced