Teaching Assistant

Year 6 Teaching Assistant 

Ashford 

£440 - £550 per week 

October - ongoing

Vision for Education are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Year 6 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Ashford. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning and development as they prepare for the transition to secondary school.

The Role

As a Year 6 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide targeted support to pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis.
• Assist the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and creative lessons.
• Support children in preparation for SATs, helping to build their confidence and knowledge.
• Encourage positive behaviour and help create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Work closely with the school team to ensure every child reaches their potential.

The School

The school is a friendly and inclusive primary setting at the heart of the Ashford community. With high expectations and a supportive ethos, the school is committed to nurturing both academic progress and personal development.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will need to have:

• Experience working with children, ideally within Key Stage 2.
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• A genuine passion for education and supporting children’s learning.
• A valid DBS check (or willingness to apply for one).

What Vision for Education offer:
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive: 

• A structured training and development programme.
• Mentorship from experienced SEN professionals.
• Opportunities to progress into permanent SEN TA roles or further education in teaching.
• A welcoming, supportive school community committed to inclusive education.
• 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 make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to. 
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach, 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. 

How to apply:
If you’re an Educator who can enthuse, motivate and engage students and would like the challenge of working in a demanding and rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you. 

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities across Vision for Education, please contact our Kent team on (phone number removed)

Due to the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure we are fully compliant with Government guidance relating to social distancing, interviews with shortlisted candidates will take place by video call.

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