Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent daily rates paid via PAYE

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

Pension contributions

CPD to support development

Dedicated Secondary consultant

Social and networking events

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting Teaching Assistants to support ALP secondary schools across County Durham. The MSP arrangement anchors day-to-day supply staffing, offering flexible positions from short to long-term across a network of partner schools.

Role involves assisting pupils with learning, intervention work, SEND support and one-to-one help, working with teachers to maximise student potential. Various benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Passion for supporting the learning and development of secondary pupils.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support students in and out of the classroom alongside teachers.
• Contribute to intervention work and SEND support.
• Provide one-to-one assistance where needed.
• Assist with classroom logistics and pupil engagement.
• Support across ALP secondary schools as required.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Relational skills

Adaptability

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Secondary Schools)

Advanced Learning Partnership (ALP) Secondary Schools
County Durham
£92.56 - £105.00 per day (salary is dependent on experience and/or qualifications)
September 2026 or ASAP

The Role

Vision for Education is proud to be the Managed Service Provider (MSP) for the Advanced Learning Partnership (ALP) and is looking to appoint caring, committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across the Trust's secondary schools.

As the exclusive provider of day-to-day, short-term and long-term supply staffing within ALP, we have consistent opportunities available throughout the academic year.

Whether you're looking for flexible work, a long-term role within one school or the opportunity to gain further experience in secondary education, registering with Vision for Education gives you direct access to opportunities across one of the North East's leading secondary school trusts.

You could work within schools including:

• Hummersknott Academy
• Staindrop Academy
• Greenfield Academy
• Bishop Barrington Academy
• Whitworth Park Academy
• Parkside Academy
• Wolsingham School
• Durham Academy
• Dene Academy

The successful Teaching Assistant will support students both in and out of the classroom, working alongside teachers to help pupils achieve their full potential. Roles may include general classroom support, intervention work, SEND support and one-to-one assistance.

Requirements

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

• Experience working with children or young people.
• A passion for supporting the learning and development of secondary school pupils.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Previous school experience is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

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

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability).
• Day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities across ALP secondary schools.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated Secondary consultant.
• Social and networking events.

About Us

Vision for Education is a market-leading education supply agency and proud to be the Managed Service Provider (MSP) for the Advanced Learning Partnership (ALP), recruiting Teachers and Support Staff for day-to-day, short-term and long-term opportunities across the Trust's secondary schools.

As part of The Edwin Group, we are committed to developing outstanding educators and supporting schools with exceptional staff. We are proud to be recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, reflecting our commitment to creating an outstanding experience for both our employees and the education professionals we support.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff we register will underta