Sen Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension contributions

Free training

Refer a friend bonus

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking an experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support KS2 pupils with Special Educational Needs in a primary school in the Burton area. The role involves working closely with individual students to access the curriculum, build confidence, and help them reach their full potential.

Applicants should have experience with children in education, a patient and proactive approach, and be able to start ASAP, working Monday to Friday, 08:30–15:30 until the end of the academic

Qualifications

• Candidates should have relevant qualifications such as CACHE Level 2/3 or equivalent.
• Be able to start ASAP, work Monday–Friday 08:30–15:30.
• Experience with children or young people, preferably in an educational setting.
• A patient, empathetic and proactive approach.
• DBS check via the Update Service or eligibility to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's specific learning and emotional needs
• Assist with the delivery of lessons and adapt materials where necessary
• Support behaviour management strategies in line with the school's policies
• Encourage independence, social interaction, and engagement in learning
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO
• Monitor and record the pupil's progress

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Patience

Empathy

Proactivity

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

Vision for Education are on the hunt for an experienced Teaching Assistant with a background of working with children with Special Educational Needs within the Burton-on-Trent area.

About the Role

Vision for Education are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support KS2 pupils with additional needs in a welcoming primary school in Burton. This rewarding role involves working closely with individual students to help them access the curriculum, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's specific learning and emotional needs
• Assist with the delivery of lessons and adapt materials where necessary
• Support behaviour management strategies in line with the school's policies
• Encourage independence, social interaction, and engagement in learning
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO
• Monitor and record the pupil's progress

Requirements

• Be able to start as soon as possible, commit to working Monday-Friday, 08:30-15:30 until the end of the academic year.
• Experience working with children or young people (preferably in an educational setting)
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) are desirable but not essential
• Have or be able to obtain a DBS Certificate registered to the update service.
• Be able to gain at least two relevant references covering the last 2 years.

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.

What Vision for Education offer

• As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:
• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

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 support staff.

Vision for Education 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.