Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Great Ayton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates paid weekly

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

Pension contributions

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our supply team in Great Ayton. The role supports the class teacher to deliver engaging learning opportunities and help pupils achieve their potential, both academically and socially.

The position is full-time, Monday to Friday during school hours, commencing November 2026 and running through to April 2027. Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience working in a primary school setting.
• Confident supporting teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher with engaging lessons aligned to the National Curriculum.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Create a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs and promote independence.
• Assist with classroom organisation, resources, and displays.

Skills

Communication skills

Behaviour management

Relationship building

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Experience in primary school

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Level 2 Minimum) - Full Time - November 2026 - April 2027
Great Ayton - £92.56 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Vision for Education is seeking to appoint a caring and enthusiasticTeaching Assistant to join our successful supply team and work within the TS9 Area.

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday during school hours. The successful candidate will work as a general Teaching Assistant, supporting the class teacher to deliver engaging learning opportunities and helping pupils to achieve their full potential both academically and socially.

The role will commence in November 2026 and continue until April 2027.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.

The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position is a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.

Working as part of a supportive and experienced staff team, the desired Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher to provide high-quality support across the classroom.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons in line with the National Curriculum.
• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and encouraging independence.
• Assisting with classroom organisation, preparation of resources, and displays.
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting the school's behaviour policy.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, colleagues, and parents where appropriate.
• Contributing to the wider life of the school community.

The successful candidate will be patient, proactive, and passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

To be considered for the Teaching Assistant position, you will:

• Hold a minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Have experience working within a primary school setting.
• Be confident supporting teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and behaviour management skills.
• Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Have a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. 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 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. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education Offers

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house payroll team using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qua