KS1 Y1 Teaching Assistant – Nurturing Early Learning

Vision for Education; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates

Guaranteed pay scheme

Pension contributions

AWR compliance

Free training & development

Social events with food & drinks

Refer-a-friend bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a Y1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the Guisborough (TS14) area. This full-time role starts September 2026, with a salary of £444 per week based on 5 days.

You will support a Y1 class, work with the teacher to aid learning, wellbeing, and development during early years. Requirements include Level 3 in Teaching and Supporting Learning and prior experience in a primary setting.

Qualifications

• Hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
• Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting.
• Be confident supporting phonics, early language development, and play-based learning.
• Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed and supportive school team.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrate a positive, nurturing, and flexible approach to supporting young children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children during whole-class carpet sessions and adult-led activities.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils to promote early learning and development.
• Supporting the delivery of the KS1 curriculum through engaging, play-based learning.
• Assisting with phonics, early literacy, numeracy, and communication activities.
• Helping to prepare stimulating learning environments and classroom resources.
• Supporting children's personal, social, and emotional development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and independence through nurturing relationships.
• Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Phonics support

Early language development

Play-based learning

Positive relationships

Education

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Experience as TA in primary setting

Job description

Vision for Education is seeking a Y1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in the Guisborough (TS14) area. This full-time role starts September 2026, with a salary of £444 per week based on 5 days.

You will support a Y1 class, work with the teacher to aid learning, wellbeing, and development during early years. Requirements include Level 3 in Teaching and Supporting Learning and prior experience in a primary setting.