Join a welcoming primary school in Shrewsbury and make a real difference in young learners' educational journey.
Salary: Salary based on qualifications and experience.
Vision for Education are currently recruiting for a full-time KS1 Teaching Assistant to work in a welcoming primary school based in the Shrewsbury area. This role will start from the Autumn Term 2026 and will run for the first half term, supporting the class teacher and pupils as a Classroom Support Assistant.
The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting teaching and learning within the classroom, working closely with the class teacher and helping pupils to engage positively with their learning and development.
The role:
This role will include:
- Working full-time as a Classroom Support Assistant within a KS1 classroom
- Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and activities
- Working with individual pupils and small groups to support their learning and development
- Providing classroom and learning support to pupils throughout the school day
- Helping to create a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment
- Supporting pupils with their social, emotional and academic development
- Working closely with other members of staff to ensure pupils receive appropriate support
- Working throughout the first half term of the Autumn Term 2026
The school:
This position is based in a welcoming and supportive primary school in the Shrewsbury area. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their confidence, independence and love of learning.
You will join a dedicated team who work collaboratively to provide high-quality education and support for all pupils.
Requirements:
To be considered for this KS1 Teaching Assistant position, you will:
- Hold a minimum Level 2 qualification in Teaching Assistant work or Childcare
- Have previous experience working with primary-aged children or within a childcare setting
- Have a patient, caring and nurturing approach
- Be confident supporting pupils within a classroom environment
- Have strong communication and teamwork skills
- Be able to commit to a full-time role for the first half term of the Autumn Term 2026
- Be able to provide two recent and relevant references
- Have, or be willing to obtain, an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely 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.
We're part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.
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.
What Vision for Education offer:
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:
- 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, including 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
Ready to inspire young minds in a supportive KS1 environment:
Apply today through Indeed.
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