Teaching Assistant – DL2 Darlington Area (KS2)

Location: DL2 area (Darlington and surrounding areas)
Salary: £90–£100 per day
Job Type: Full Time
Start Date: December 2026
Contract: Temporary – Sickness Cover
Key Stage: KS2 (Key Stage 2)
Support Required: 1:1 Pupil Support – Special Educational Needs (SEN)

About the Role

Vision for Education is working in partnership with a local primary school in the DL2 Darlington area to recruit a caring, experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant for an immediate start.

This full-time temporary position involves providing one-to-one (1:1) support for a child in Key Stage 2 (KS2) who presents with signs of Autism and requires additional support with their learning, communication, behaviour and social development.

The successful candidate will have previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ideally including experience working with autistic children or pupils with similar additional needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a patient, understanding and proactive Teaching Assistant who can build a positive relationship with the child, provide consistent support and help them access learning in a safe, inclusive and nurturing school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil throughout the school day.

• Support the child's learning, engagement and participation in classroom activities.

• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet the child's individual needs.

• Support communication, social interaction, emotional regulation and independence.

• Use consistent, positive and supportive strategies to encourage engagement and manage challenging situations.

• Help the child navigate classroom routines, transitions and changes to the school day.

• Recognise and respond appropriately to the child's individual triggers, needs and behaviours.

• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider school team to support the child's progress.

• Encourage positive relationships with peers and promote inclusion within the classroom.

• Maintain a calm, patient and reassuring approach, particularly when the child becomes overwhelmed.

• Follow the school's safeguarding policies and any individual support plans in place.

• Provide feedback to the class teacher regarding the child's progress, engagement and wellbeing.

What We're Looking For

• Essential: Previous experience supporting children with SEN.

• Experience working on a 1:1 basis with primary-aged pupils is highly desirable.

• Experience supporting autistic children or children displaying similar needs is advantageous.

• A good understanding of autism, communication differences, sensory needs and emotional regulation.

• A patient, empathetic and adaptable approach.

• The ability to build trusting relationships and provide consistent support.

• Confidence in adapting activities and responding to individual learning needs.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.

• A commitment to promoting inclusion, independence and positive learning experiences.

• Availability to work full-time and start immediately.

What We Offer

As a Teaching Assistant with Vision for Education, you will benefit from:

• Competitive daily rates of £90–£100, paid through PAYE.

• Guaranteed pay scheme, subject to availability and applicable conditions.

• Social and networking events.

• Pension contributions.

• Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

• Access to a dedicated consultant.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to a child's educational experience.

About Us

Vision for Education is a market-leading education supply agency committed to supporting schools and helping young people achieve their potential. We work with education professionals to provide rewarding opportunities in schools across the country.

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 an experienced Teaching Assistant with a background in SEN and are passionate about supporting children with additional needs, we would love to hear from you.

This role would suit someone who is calm, compassionate and confident providing dedicated 1:1 support to a KS2 pupil with potential autistic traits.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities, call us on 01642 243843.

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