Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £93-£105 P/D
Contract: Full-Time
Location: King's Lynn
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a primary school seeking a committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.
This role is focused on supporting students with additional needs. You will play a key role in helping students access their learning, build confidence, and develop positive relationships within a supportive school environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about inclusive education and making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
The Role: Teaching Assistant
As a Teaching Assistant, you will support students both in and out of the classroom, helping them to feel safe, supportive and motivated.
A key part of this role involves delivering small group interventions during lesson time, typically working with groups of around four students to support targeted development in maths, english and phonics.
You will work closely with teaching staff and the SEND team to ensure students receive consistent, high‑quality support.
What You Will Do
Provide targeted support for students
Deliver small group interventions (approximately 4 students) during lesson time
Support students in lessons to access the curriculum and remain engaged
Build positive, trusting relationships with students to promote wellbeing
Assist with behaviour management strategies and emotional regulation
Monitor and report on student progress and development
Work collaboratively with teachers and SEND staff
Help create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Promote safeguarding, attendance, and student wellbeing
What We’re Looking For
Experience working with young people, ideally within an educational or SEND setting
Understanding of social, emotional, and mental health needs
Confidence in delivering small group interventions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Calm, patient, and resilient approach
Ability to build positive relationships and manage challenging behaviour
A proactive and flexible attitude
Commitment to supporting inclusion and student success
Values and Attributes
Passionate about supporting vulnerable learners
Empathetic and understanding approach
Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
Committed to professional development
Dedicated to creating inclusive learning environments
Why This Role Is Exciting
Opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on students’ wellbeing and progress
Hands-on role delivering meaningful interventions
Supportive and inclusive school environment
Opportunity to develop specialist SEND/SEMH experience
Ideal for those considering careers in teaching
Benefits
Competitive salary
Access to training and CPD opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working culture
Strong focus on staff wellbeing
Opportunities for career progression within SEND and education
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.
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 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 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
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 on (phone number removed) or email
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Salary description
£93.00 - £105.00 per day