Teaching Assistant

Austin Fraser; York and North Yorkshire, Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school team in the Middlesbrough area. This full-time role involves supporting a small group of KS1/2 children, focusing on interventions in English and Maths. The school prides itself on its positive ethos and commitment to providing an outstanding education. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and have the required qualifications, this is an exciting opportunity to grow and develop in a supportive environment. Join a team that values your contributions and offers professional growth.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Guaranteed Pay Scheme

Pension Contributions

Free Professional Development Training

Regular Social Events

Referral Bonus Scheme

Dedicated Consultant Support

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching & learning in schools.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support for KS1/2 children in small intervention groups.
• Work collaboratively as part of a passionate teaching team.

Skills

Supporting Teaching & Learning

Experience in EYFS Environment

Working with Small Groups

Flexibility

Engaging Students

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Full Time

Middlesbrough TS3 area - £444 per week

Vision for Education is looking to appoint a full time Teaching Assistant to join our successful supply team and work in a primary school in the Middlesbrough area.

This is a full time Teaching Assistant role, Monday to Friday 8:30am until 3:30pm, working a dual role of general TA across KS1/2 with some intervention work helping support with English and Maths. This role will commence May 2025 and will be ongoing with a potential to become long term, depending on the needs of the school at the time.

Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications.

The Role

Working as part of a passionate teaching team, the desired teaching assistant will focus on providing a high standard of support for a small group of KS1/2 children for interventions as well as a general TA. Must be flexible to changing environments and working within small intervention groups.

The School

This primary school is looking for a committed and experienced Teaching Assistant to join their team. The Head Teacher and leadership team are dedicated to providing an outstanding level of education to the children within the school. The school is friendly and welcoming and has a positive ethos.

Requirements

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

1. Hold a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in supporting teaching & learning in schools.
2. Experience in EYFS Environment would be desirable.
3. Have experience of working as a Teaching Assistant in a school environment.
4. Be experienced in working with smaller nurture groups to boost attainment.
5. Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed team of school staff.
6. Have experience supporting children in primary education in Early Years.

Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What Vision for Education offer

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:

1. Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
2. Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
3. Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
4. Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
5. FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, Autism Awareness and an online Educare training package.
6. Regular social events with 100% complimentary food and drinks.
7. Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
8. Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

How to apply

If you are a qualified Teaching Assistant (TA) who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our Teesside Primary team on: (phone number removed).