School Administrator & Teaching Assistant

York
Immediate Start

Vision for Education are recruiting for a School Administrator & Teaching Assistant to support a welcoming and friendly group of primary schools across a local trust in York and North Yorkshire.

About the role

This is a varied and rewarding position combining school office administration with classroom-based support.

As part of the school admin function, you will:

• Act as a first point of contact for pupils, staff, parents and visitors
• Provide general office and administrative support
• Maintain accurate records and handle sensitive information

Alongside this, you will also:

• Support teachers in the classroom as a Teaching Assistant
• Work with pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assist with behaviour management and maintaining a positive learning environment
• Help pupils access learning and stay engaged in lessons

This is a fast-paced role requiring strong organisation, adaptability, and a positive, proactive attitude.

The role will begin on a supply basis, with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate who demonstrates reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you will:

• Have previous administrative experience (school experience desirable but not essential)
• Ideally have experience working with children or in a primary school setting
• Be confident, approachable, and highly organised
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Be adaptable and able to manage a varied workload

Safeguarding

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 must hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check 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 via PAYE
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria)
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period)
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations)
• FREE training, including Team Teach, safeguarding and CPD webinars
• Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Vision for Education is an equal opportunities employer. 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 contact:
David Yates

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