Teaching Assistant – DL3 Darlington Area (KS1)

Vision For Education Ltd.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates £90–£100 PAYE

Pension contributions

CPD opportunities

Dedicated consultant

Valuable local Darlington school-based

Job summary

Vision for Education Ltd. is seeking a committed Teaching Assistant to provide sickness cover in the DL3 Darlington area for KS1 pupils. Immediate start, able to work with Years 1 and 2, assisting literacy, numeracy and social development.

The role requires reliability and a caring approach to help maintain a positive learning environment in primary school settings. Competitive daily rates and a dedicated consultant are offered.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Previous experience in a primary KS1 setting is highly desirable.
• Understanding of early reading, phonics, literacy and numeracy is advantageous.
• Genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.
• Nurturing, patient and reliable approach; ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in providing a safe, inclusive KS1 learning environment.
• Assist with whole-class, small-group, and one-to-one learning activities.
• Support pupils with early reading, phonics, writing and numeracy.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, communication and social skills.
• Promote routines, transitions and positive behaviour with age-appropriate strategies.
• Adapt activities and resources to meet individual pupil needs.
• Provide targeted support to pupils who require extra help.
• Encourage pupil participation and a positive attitude toward learning.

Skills

KS1 experience

TA qualifications

Communication skills

Phonics/numeracy understanding

Education

Level 2/Level 3 TA qualification

Job description

supply Teaching Assistant location Darlington contract type Full-time, Part-time contract term Short-term/day-to-day supply, Long-term salary £93 to £93 per day ref MM- DL3 Job start 16 November 2026

LT covering sickness

Nov 26 onwards

dl3 area

KS1 TA - exp required

About the role

Teaching Assistant – DL3 Darlington Area (KS1)

Location: DL3 area (Darlington and surrounding areas)
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Job Type: Full Time
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Temporary – Sickness Cover
Key Stage: KS1 (Key Stage 1)

About the Role

Working in partnership with local schools, Vision for Education is looking to recruit a committed and experienced Teaching Assistant to provide full-time sickness cover in the DL3 Darlington area, working within Key Stage 1 (KS1), with an immediate start.

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

You will work alongside the class teacher in a KS1 classroom, supporting pupils in Years 1 and 2 as they develop their early literacy, numeracy, communication, social skills, confidence, and independence.

The successful candidate will provide full-time cover for a staff member who is absent due to sickness. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience working with younger pupils in a welcoming and supportive primary school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in providing a safe, inclusive, and stimulating KS1 learning environment.

• Assist with whole-class, small-group, and one-to-one learning activities.

• Support pupils with early reading, phonics, writing, spelling, and basic numeracy.

• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, communication, and social skills.

• Support classroom routines, transitions, and daily activities.

• Promote positive behaviour using consistent and age-appropriate strategies.

• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual pupils' needs.

• Provide additional support to pupils who require targeted assistance with their learning.

• Encourage pupils to participate in lessons and develop a positive attitude towards learning.

• Help prepare and organise classroom resources and practical learning activities.

• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider school team.

• Promote an inclusive environment where every child feels safe, supported, and valued.

• Maintain a caring, patient, and professional approach throughout the school day.

What We’re Looking For

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.

• Previous experience working in a primary school, particularly within KS1, is highly desirable.

• An understanding of early reading, phonics, literacy, and numeracy is advantageous.

• A genuine passion for supporting young children's learning and development.

• A nurturing, patient, and reliable approach.

• The ability to build positive relationships with children and staff.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

• The ability to adapt support to meet pupils' individual learning needs.

• Flexibility and commitment to working full-time.

• Availability to start immediately.

What We Offer

As a Teaching Assistant and valued member of our team, you will benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates of £90–£100, paid through PAYE.

• Guaranteed pay scheme, subject to availability.

• Social and networking events.

• Pension contributions.

• Continuing professional development (CPD).

• Access to a dedicated consultant.

• The opportunity to gain valuable experience in a local Darlington primary school.

About Us

Vision for Education is a market-leading education supply agency committed to supporting schools and helping young people achieve their potential. With branches across the country, we work with education professionals to provide rewarding opportunities in schools.

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.