At a Glance
- Tasks: Support primary school children, both one-to-one and in small groups.
- Company: Vision for Education, a leading education recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rates, free training, and ongoing support from dedicated consultants.
- Other info: Flexible roles with opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while gaining valuable experience in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in a school setting and a passion for working with children.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
Vision for Education are looking for Teaching Assistants to work in Primary Schools in Huntingdon and surrounding villages, supporting a variety of year groups both generally and on a one-to-one basis.
Schools regularly contact us for teaching assistant support. Roles are typically on a 1-to-1 or small group basis with children who require additional support. Positions can arise with short notice due to new starters or long-term staff absence. We are seeking people with a confident approach to building relationships with children, particularly those with SEND. A calm and empathetic approach is important, with the understanding that behaviour is a means of communication. A working knowledge of the Cambridge Therapeutic Approach would be beneficial.
The schools we work with are friendly and supportive with solid staff induction procedures.
Requirements
- Have some experience or work in a school or similar setting in the last 3 years (minimum 6 months)
- Hold a TA Qualification (desirable but not essential)
- Have some experience of working with children with SEND
- Have a genuine passion for working in education
- Hold a full enhanced DBS clearance
- Be able to provide two recent references to support your work with children
Please note, this is a full-time role and access to a car is essential.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities 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. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
Salary
£89 to £100 per day. Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications.
What Vision for Education offer
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period)
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations), to ensure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to
- Free training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support
Vision for Education does 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.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Jenny Freeman.
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