Teaching Assistant

Vision For Education Ltd.; Slapewath; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent PAYE pay

Pension contributions

Free training and development

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work full-time in an Early Years / KS1 mixed class in the TS12 area. The role starts in December 2026 and focuses on supporting learning across the EY/KS1 curriculum, helping children build confidence and essential early literacy and numeracy skills.

You will work with the class teacher and school team to provide inclusive, nurturing support, adapting activities to individual needs and promoting positive behaviours in a safe

Qualifications

• Experience as a TA in primary or EY setting is desirable.
• Experience with Nursery/Reception/Year 1 in a mixed EY/KS1 class is advantageous.
• A TA or EY qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Good understanding of children's learning, development, and needs.
• Confidence supporting early phonics, reading, writing and maths.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging activities across EY and KS1.
• Provide general classroom support to help children access learning.
• Support individuals and small groups with early literacy and numeracy.
• Help children develop reading, writing, spelling and communication skills.
• Support play-based learning and practical activities.
• Encourage positive relationships and learning behaviours.
• Assist with classroom routines and resource preparation.
• Monitor progress and adapt activities to meet needs.
• Create a safe, inclusive, nurturing classroom environment.
• Collaborate with the team to support children's development.

Skills

Early Years support

KS1 support

Phonics support

Teamwork

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Early Years / KS1 Teaching Assistant – Full Time

Location: TS12 Area
Salary: £14.24 per hour
Job Type: Full Time
Phase: Early Years / Key Stage 1 Mixed Class
Start Date: December 2026

About the Role

Vision for Education is looking to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic General Teaching Assistant to work on a full-time basis within an Early Years / Key Stage 1 mixed class in the TS12 area, starting in December 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a caring, committed, and adaptable Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting young children's learning, development, and wellbeing.

You will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to provide general classroom support across the Early Years and Key Stage 1 curriculum. You will help children develop their confidence, independence, communication, social skills, and early academic abilities as they progress through the important early stages of their education.

The successful candidate will play an important role in creating a positive, inclusive, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where all children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and age-appropriate learning activities across the Early Years and Key Stage 1 curriculum.
• Provide general classroom support to help children access learning and make progress.
• Support individual children and small groups with early literacy, numeracy, phonics, and wider curriculum activities.
• Help children develop their early reading, writing, spelling, communication, and mathematical skills.
• Support play-based learning and practical activities that promote children's development and independence.
• Encourage children to develop confidence, positive relationships, and appropriate learning behaviours.
• Promote positive behaviour and support the consistent implementation of classroom routines.
• Assist with classroom preparation, displays, and learning resources.
• Support children during classroom activities, transitions, playtimes, and daily routines.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet children's individual learning needs and developmental stages.
• Provide additional support to children who may require extra help with their learning, communication, or development.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school team to monitor and support children's progress.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, stimulating, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with children and encourage effective communication, social interaction, and teamwork.
• Contribute to children's social, emotional, physical, and academic development.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school or Early Years setting is desirable.
• Experience supporting children in Nursery, Reception, Year 1, or a mixed Early Years / KS1 class would be advantageous.
• A relevant Teaching Assistant or Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.
• A good understanding of children's learning, development, and individual needs.
• Confidence supporting early phonics, reading, writing, mathematics, and play-based learning.
• A caring, patient, enthusiastic, and proactive approach.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children, teachers, and other school staff.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to follow the class teacher's guidance and work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility to support children of different ages, abilities, and developmental stages.
• A genuine passion for helping young children develop academically, socially, emotionally, and physically.
• Availability to work full-time from December 2026.

What We Offer

• Excellent rates of pay through the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Social and networking events.
• FREE training and continuing professional development opportunities.
• Access to a dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support throughout your placement.

About Us

Vision for Education is a market-leading education 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.

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.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All registered staff will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service.