School Administrator & Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education in Scarborough is recruiting for a School Administrator & Teaching Assistant to support a welcoming and friendly group of primary schools.

The role combines office administration with classroom-based support, starting on a supply basis with potential for permanence for a reliable candidate.

Qualifications

• Prior administrative experience; school experience desirable.
• Experience with children or in a primary school setting preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for pupils, staff, parents and visitors.
• Provide general office and administrative support.
• Support teachers in the classroom, including 1:1 work with pupils.
• Assist with behaviour management and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Skills

Administrative experience

Experience working with children

Job description

School Administrator & Teaching Assistant

Scarborough Immediate Start

Vision for Education are recruiting for a School Administrator & Teaching Assistant to support a welcoming and friendly group of primary schools Scarborough.

About the role

This is a varied and rewarding position combining school office administration with classroom-based support.

As part of the school admin function, you will:

• Act as a first point of contact for pupils, staff, parents and visitors
• Provide general office and administrative support
• Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information

Alongside this, you will also:

• Support teachers in the classroom as a Teaching Assistant
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist with behaviour management and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Help pupils access learning and stay engaged in lessons

This is a fast-paced role requiring strong organisation, adaptability, and a positive, proactive attitude.

The role will begin on a supply basis, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate who demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will:

• Have previous administrative experience (school experience desirable but not essential)
• Ideally have experience working with children or in a primary school setting
• Be confident, approachable, and highly organised
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be adaptable and able to manage a varied workload

Safeguarding

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 must hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check 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 suppo