Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Full-Time 23400 - 29910 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Vision for Education Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support students in secondary school with targeted learning and behaviour management.
  • Company: Join a top-rated education supply agency committed to young people's development.
  • Benefits: Competitive pay, guaranteed pay scheme, professional development, and networking events.
  • Other info: Join a dynamic environment with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive team.
  • Qualifications: Experience with 11-16 year olds and a Teaching and Learning qualification required.

The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 Β£ per year.

Vision for Education are recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants to support students in secondary school settings across KS3 and KS4. In this role, you will provide targeted learning support in lessons, small groups, and 1:1, helping students with additional needs including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social, emotional and mental health needs. You will support behaviour for learning, encourage engagement, and help create a safe, inclusive classroom environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and professional school team, where Teaching Assistants play a vital role in improving outcomes for young people.

Requirements

  • Have experience supporting students aged 11-16, ideally in a school setting
  • Be confident working 1:1 with students with SEN, including those who may display challenging behaviour
  • Hold a Teaching and Learning qualification (Level 2 or above)
  • Have a good understanding of SEN and effective support strategies
  • Demonstrate a patient, caring, and resilient approach
  • Have a minimum of 6 weeks recent school-based experience
  • Be able to provide suitable references, hold (or be willing to apply for) an Enhanced DBS, and have the Right to Work in the UK

What we offer

  • Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
  • Social and networking events.
  • Pension contributions.
  • CPD to help with your professional development.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators. The Edwin Group is a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026. Rated as 'Excellent' by our staff in all categories and recognised as having industry leading and world-class levels of employee engagement across the Group. 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.

Vision for Education Ltd

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Vision for Education Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Teaching Assistant

Experience supporting students aged 11-16
Understanding of SEN (Special Educational Needs)
Effective support strategies for SEN
Ability to work 1:1 with students with SEN
Experience with challenging behaviour
Teaching and Learning qualification (Level 2 or above)
Patient and caring approach