General Teaching Assistant - Primary School

General Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Vision for Education - Sheffield

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support teachers and inspire young learners in a vibrant primary school setting.
  • Company: Vision for Education, a leading education supply agency.
  • Benefits: Competitive daily rates, pension contributions, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team in a fast-paced environment with great career growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your teaching skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience with children, strong behaviour management, and a passion for learning.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Full-time / Temporary Sheffield £95 - £135 per Day (salary is depending on experience and/or qualifications) ASAP –Ongoing

The School and Role

Vision for Education are currently recruiting for a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant to start a long-term, temporary requirement at a Primary School in Sheffield. The role will be initially to cover PPA time across school; however, it would be desired to have knowledge of the Early Years Curriculum and a passion for Forest School.

The school's requirements are:

  • Be an outstanding classroom practitioner
  • To have experience working with children with SEN and additional needs
  • To have good knowledge of safeguarding
  • To be able to create good relationships with pupils, parents and carers and staff members

The school is a fast-paced environment with an exceptionally supportive and outward-facing leadership team. You will need strong behaviour management skills to work successfully in this school and have a firm but fair approach to teaching.

Requirements

The desired Higher Level Teaching Assistant will have:

  • Have an excellent understanding of how children learn
  • Motivate and inspire children
  • Have a positive working attitude and committed to continually improve teaching practice
  • Be organised, punctual and adaptable
  • Be committed to inclusion and equity

What we offer

As a Higher-Level Teaching Assistant, part of our team, you benefit from:

  • Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration).
  • Social and networking events.
  • Pension contributions.
  • CPD to help with your professional development.

About us

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. 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.

How to apply

If you are a Higher Level Teaching Assistant who can enthuse, motivate, and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call us on (phone number removed).

General Teaching Assistant - Primary School employer: Vision for Education - Sheffield

Vision for Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Sheffield. With a commitment to professional development, including CPD opportunities and networking events, we empower our Higher Level Teaching Assistants to thrive while making a meaningful impact on young learners. Our inclusive culture values diversity and fosters strong relationships among staff, pupils, and the community, making it a rewarding place to grow your career in education.

Vision for Education - Sheffield

Contact Details:

Vision for Education - Sheffield Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace General Teaching Assistant - Primary School

Classroom Management
Knowledge of Early Years Curriculum
Experience with SEN and Additional Needs
Safeguarding Knowledge
Relationship Building
Behaviour Management
Motivational Skills