Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Staithes; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated General Teaching Assistant to work full time in an Early Years / KS1 mixed class in the TS12 area, starting December 2026. You will support the class teacher with everyday activities, helping children build confidence and essential early literacy and numeracy skills.

You will contribute to a nurturing, inclusive learning environment, assisting with phonics, reading, writing and maths while fostering communication and social development in young

Qualifications

• Experience as a TA in primary/early years settings is desirable.
• Experience supporting children in Nursery/Reception/Year 1 or mixed EY/KS1 is advantageous.
• A TA or EY qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher delivering engaging activities across EY/KS1 curriculum.
• Provide general classroom support to enable learning and progress.
• Support individual children and small groups with literacy, numeracy, phonics, and other activities.
• Help develop early reading, writing, speaking and maths skills.
• Assist with classroom preparation, displays and learning resources.
• Support children during routines, transitions, and playtimes.
• Adapt resources to meet individual learning needs.
• Collaborate with the school team to monitor progress.

Skills

Teaching assistant experience

Early years literacy support

Phonics

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Early Years 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, pa