At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help children thrive academically and personally.
- Company: Join a welcoming school in Colchester with a caring community.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional development, and dedicated support.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives and boost their confidence.
- Qualifications: Passion for education; experience with SEND is a plus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 21600 - 26400 £ per year.
- Vision for Education are currently recruiting for a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated
- Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming school in
Colchester from September 2026.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about working with children and wants to make a positive difference to their learning, confidence, and development.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and wider school team to support pupils both academically and personally.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will
- Support the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and activities.
- Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils.
- Support children with
SEND and additional learning needs .
- Help pupils develop their confidence, independence, and learning skills.
- Support children's academic, social, emotional, and personal development.
- Assist with classroom management and maintain a positive learning environment.
- Encourage pupils to participate fully in classroom activities.
- Work closely with teachers and support staff to meet individual needs.
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all children.
- SEND Experience
- Previous experience supporting children with
SEND is desirable. The successful candidate should have an understanding of how to adapt their support to suit different learning styles and individual needs.
Experience supporting children with autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, learning difficulties, or social and emotional needs would be beneficial.
A patient, caring, and consistent approach is essential to help every pupil feel supported and confident in their learning.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who is
- Passionate about supporting children's education and development.
- Caring, patient, and approachable.
- Confident building positive relationships with children.
- Understanding and supportive of children with SEND.
- Reliable, proactive, and adaptable.
- Able to work effectively as part of a team.
- A strong communicator with a positive attitude.
- Experienced in working with children in a school, childcare, SEND, or similar setting, although this is not essential.
Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into a career in education, we would love to hear from you if you have the right attitude and passion for working with children.
Why Work for Vision for Education?
- As a Teaching Assistant working with Vision for Education, you will benefit from:
- Competitive rates of pay.
- Access to a wide range of primary school opportunities in Colchester.
- A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
- Access to CPD and professional development opportunities.
- Support with your career progression within education.
- The opportunity to gain valuable experience in a supportive school environment.
- A straightforward registration process.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.
All candidates will be required to undergo appropriate safeguarding and compliance checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
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Teaching Assistant In Colchester employer: Vision for Education Ltd
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