Role: Primary Teaching Assistant

Location: Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: £462.80–£550 per week PAYE (dependent on experience and/or qualifications)

The School & Role

We are seeking an empathetic, proactive Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming, 'Good' Ofsted-rated one-form entry primary school in Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, starting in September 2026. This is a rewarding, long-term opportunity to become an integral part of a close-knit school community that prioritises pupil wellbeing, inclusive practice, and holistic development.

Working closely with class teachers, SEN staff, and wider support teams within this supportive single-form entry environment, you will facilitate high-quality learning, emotional regulation, and positive classroom engagement across the primary phase. In line with modern educational approaches, you will focus on building relational trust, supporting small-group interventions, and fostering an adaptive, inclusive environment where every child feels valued, confident, and supported to reach their full potential.

This role is ideal for a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, or Education Support Worker looking to make a lasting impact.

Requirements

To apply for this Teaching Assistant role, you should have:

• Experience supporting children in a primary school or educational setting, or a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

• Experience or strong familiarity supporting pupils with SEN, SEND, ASC, ADHD, or SEMH needs, utilising neurodiversity-affirming or trauma-informed approaches where appropriate

• High levels of patience, adaptability, and skill in supporting adaptive teaching and targeted intervention strategies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trusted relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

• A reliable, collaborative, and proactive approach to supporting positive mental health and pupil autonomy

What Vision for Education offers

As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will benefit from:

• Excellent weekly pay via PAYE, ensuring fully compliant tax contributions with no hidden umbrella fees.

• Guaranteed Pay Scheme options (subject to availability and criteria).

• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations) to safeguard your pay and working conditions.

• Comprehensive CPD and FREE training opportunities, including Team Teach, SEND strategies, SEMH awareness, and safeguarding updates.

• Dedicated consultant guidance and support throughout your assignment.

• Workplace pension contributions and generous referral scheme options.

About Vision for Education

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to supporting local schools and nurturing young people. With branches across the country, we pride ourselves on being an employer of choice for dedicated primary, secondary, and SEND educators.

Part of The Edwin Group—a Top 10 UK-employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025—we are recognised for world-class employee engagement and a supportive workforce culture.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All registered candidates must undergo thorough background checks, including an Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

If you are a Teaching Assistant based near Ashton-under-Lyne or Tameside who is passionate about creating engaging, inclusive learning experiences in a close-knit primary school, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

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