Full-Time Early Years & KS1 Teaching Assistant

Vision For Education Ltd.; Slapewath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent PAYE pay

Pension contributions

Free training and development

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work full-time in an Early Years / KS1 mixed class in the TS12 area. The role starts in December 2026 and focuses on supporting learning across the EY/KS1 curriculum, helping children build confidence and essential early literacy and numeracy skills.

You will work with the class teacher and school team to provide inclusive, nurturing support, adapting activities to individual needs and promoting positive behaviours in a safe

Qualifications

• Experience as a TA in primary or EY setting is desirable.
• Experience with Nursery/Reception/Year 1 in a mixed EY/KS1 class is advantageous.
• A TA or EY qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Good understanding of children's learning, development, and needs.
• Confidence supporting early phonics, reading, writing and maths.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging activities across EY and KS1.
• Provide general classroom support to help children access learning.
• Support individuals and small groups with early literacy and numeracy.
• Help children develop reading, writing, spelling and communication skills.
• Support play-based learning and practical activities.
• Encourage positive relationships and learning behaviours.
• Assist with classroom routines and resource preparation.
• Monitor progress and adapt activities to meet needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive, nurturing classroom environment.
• Collaborate with the team to support children's development.

Skills

Early Years support

KS1 support

Phonics support

Teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work full-time in an Early Years / KS1 mixed class in the TS12 area. The role starts in December 2026 and focuses on supporting learning across the EY/KS1 curriculum, helping children build confidence and essential early literacy and numeracy skills.

You will work with the class teacher and school team to provide inclusive, nurturing support, adapting activities to individual needs and promoting positive behaviours in a safe