Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Wetherby; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

Flexible work opportunities

CPD and training access

Dedicated education consultant

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant to support teachers and help pupils access learning in welcoming primary schools in Wetherby.

You will work with individuals, small groups, and occasionally the whole class, reinforcing learning, promoting positive behaviour, and supporting pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.

Flexible start dates, weekly PAYE pay, and access to CPD, training, and a dedicated education consultant throughout placements.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a school or educational setting.
• Confident supporting pupils across KS1–KS4.
• Genuine passion for working with children and supporting learning.
• Patient, adaptable and proactive.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team.
• TA qualifications or training desirable but not essential depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and help pupils access learning in a positive classroom environment.
• Work with individuals, small groups, and sometimes the whole class to reinforce learning.
• Promote positive behaviour and support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Contribute to an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptable

Proactive

Education

TA qualifications or training

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Wetherby

£350 - £468.85 per week

Flexible Start Dates Available

Are you a supportive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity within welcoming primary schools in the Wetherby area?

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting teachers and helping pupils to access learning in a positive and engaging classroom environment.

You will work with individuals, small groups, and sometimes the whole class, helping to reinforce learning, promote positive behaviour, and support pupils' academic, social, and emotional development. You will be a valued part of the school team, helping to create an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

The schools we work with are known for their supportive leadership teams, welcoming staff culture, and strong commitment to pupil progress and wellbeing.

Requirements

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant role, you will:

• Have recent experience working within a school or educational setting
• Be confident supporting pupils across all age groups from KS1-KS4
• Have a genuine passion for working with children and supporting learning
• Be patient, adaptable, and proactive
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team
• Hold relevant TA qualifications or training (desirable but not essential depending on experience)

What We Offer

As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Competitive weekly pay through the PAYE system
• Flexible work opportunities to suit your availability
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability)
• Access to CPD and training opportunities to support your development
• Employer pension contributions
• Opportunities to attend social and networking events
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placements

We are committed to helping Teaching Assistants find rewarding roles within supportive schools where they can make a real and lasting difference.

About Us

We are a market-leading education supply agency dedicated to supporting schools and developing young people. With branches across the UK, we are proud to be an employer of choice for high-quality education staff.

The Edwin Group has been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026, achieving 'Excellent' staff ratings across all categories and industry-leading levels of employee engagement.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities.