Teaching Assistant

Vision for Education Ltd; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£14.24 per hour PAYE

Full-time long-term opportunities

Free CPD including SEND and behaviour

Job summary

Vision for Education is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Wotton-under-Edge. The role focuses on supporting children with additional needs and helping them access learning in a positive environment.

Responsibilities include providing 1:1 and small group support, promoting engagement and developing confidence, independence and social skills under guidance from teaching staff. Prior experience is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications

• Patience and reliability in supporting pupils.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building with students, families and staff.
• Ability to adapt to different needs and learning environments.
• Confidence in supporting pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Commitment to helping each child reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to access learning.
• Assist children with ASC, ADHD, SEMH and other needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Help pupils build confidence, independence and social skills.
• Collaborate with teachers to deliver personalised learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Reliability

Adaptability

Relationship-building

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Wotton-under-Edge

Wotton-under-Edge
£14.24 per hour (PAYE)
Full-Time | Monday to Friday

Vision for Education is recruiting for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Wotton-under-Edge. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children with additional needs while becoming part of a welcoming and experienced school team.

Whether you already have classroom experience or have worked in care, youth work or another support role, this position offers the chance to build a rewarding career where every day makes a difference.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them access learning and achieve their individual goals. Working closely with teachers and other support staff, you\'ll play an important role in creating a positive and engaging learning environment.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assisting children with Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, learning difficulties and other additional needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting engagement in lessons.
• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and social skills.
• Working collaboratively with teachers to deliver personalised learning.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

About You

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

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Be patient, reliable and able to adapt to different situations.
• Have strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Be confident supporting pupils with a variety of learning needs.
• Be committed to helping every child achieve their full potential.

Previous experience in education is beneficial but not essential. We also welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in care, youth work, coaching, residential support or similar roles.

What Vision for Education Offers

• £14.24 per hour, paid weekly through PAYE.
• Full-time, long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent positions.
• Flexible work options where available.
• School holidays and weekends free.
• Free CPD, including SEND, safeguarding and behaviour management training.
• Pension contributions.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.

If you\'re new to working in schools, we\'ll provide access to free training before you start, helping you build the confidence and knowledge needed to succeed.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, working in partnership with schools across Gloucestershire to provide high-quality teaching and support staff. We are passionate about helping education professionals find rewarding roles where they can have a lasting impact on children\'s lives.

We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced safeguarding and compliance checks.

Vision for Education is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from candidates from all backgrounds.