Teaching Assistant

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

Y1 Teaching Assistant – Full Time – September 2026

Guisborough (TS14) – £444 per week (based on 5 days per week)

Vision for Education is looking to appoint a full-time Y1Teaching Assistant to join our successful supply team and work within a welcoming primary school in the Guisborough (TS14) area.

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday during school hours. The successful candidate will provide classroom support within a Y1 class, working closely with the class teacher to support pupils' learning, development, and wellbeing during this important stage of their education.

The role will commence in September 2026 and is ongoing, with the potential to become long-term depending on the needs of the school.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.

The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position is a Level 3 qualification or above in Teaching and Supporting Learning. Previous experience working within an primary setting is essential.

The Role

Working as part of a supportive and enthusiastic teaching team, the desired Teaching Assistant will provide high-quality support within a busy Reception classroom.

Responsibilities may include:

• 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.

The successful candidate will be proactive, caring, adaptable, and able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

The School

This friendly and inclusive primary school is seeking a committed Y1Teaching Assistant to join their team.

The Head Teacher and leadership team are dedicated to providing high-quality early years education within a nurturing environment where every child can flourish. The school has a strong community ethos and is committed to supporting both staff and pupils to achieve their full potential.

Requirements

To be considered for theY1 Teaching Assistant position, you will:

• 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.

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 qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
• FREE training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Educare training.
• Regular social events with complimentary food and drinks.
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support throughout your placement.