Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates

Pay scheme

Pension contributions

CPD

Dedicated consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd are currently looking for a Teaching Assistant to work at a well regarded Primary school in Godmanchester. You will support the class teacher with engaging lessons and activities, and help pupils reach their full potential in a safe, inclusive environment.

The role requires a DBS, experience with children, and two recent references. A full UK driving licence is helpful for site visits.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• DBS clearance current/valid.
• Two recent references to cover children’s work.
• Full UK driving licence and car access.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring and proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Assist in planning and preparation of lessons, resources and displays.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils, including those with additional needs.
• Monitor and record pupils’ progress and provide feedback to teachers.
• Help maintain a positive, orderly classroom environment.
• Promote inclusion and support the emotional and social development of pupils.
• Supervise pupils during breaks, lunchtimes and on school trips as required.

Skills

Experience with children

DBS clearance

Two references

Driving licence

Strong communication

Team player

Safeguarding

Job description

Vision for Education are currently looking for Teaching Assistant to work at a well regarded Primary school in Godmanchester.

About the role

Teaching Assistant (Full time)

Godmanchester

£93 to £105 per day (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)

This role will begin in September 2026.

The School and Role

We are looking for a commited and motivated Teaching Assistant to join a supportive staff team. The successful candidate will work alongside teachers to provide high-quality learning support, helping pupils reach their full potential in a safe, inclusive, and purposeful environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and learning activities
• Assist in the planning and preparation of lessons, resources, and displays
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils, including those with additional needs
• Monitor and record pupils' progress and provide feedback to teachers
• Help maintain a positive, orderly classroom environment
• Promote inclusion and support the emotional and social development of pupils
• Supervise pupils during breaks, lunchtimes, and on school trips as required

Requirements

• Experience of working with children, ideally within a school setting
• Full DBS clearance
• 2 recent references to support your employment with children
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach to supporting learning
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What we offer

As a Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

About us

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We 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.