Creative Arts Teaching Assistant – Lancaster (Start Date: October 2025) Location: Lancaster Start Date: October 2025 Job Type: Full-time or Part-time Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications Do you have a background in the Creative Arts? Passionate about working with children? We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals with experience in Drama, Dance, Art, Music, or Media to join schools in Lancaster as Creative Arts Teaching Assistants. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring your creativity into the classroom, support young people in their learning, and gain valuable experience in a school setting. The Role As a Creative Arts Teaching Assistant, you’ll be working closely with teachers and students to enrich the learning environment through the use of creative disciplines. You will: Support pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups Help engage learners through creative approaches Build strong, positive relationships with children to support their emotional and educational development Use your artistic background to inspire and motivate young people This role offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience for anyone considering a career in education, therapy, youth work, or any role involving children and young people. The Schools We are offering roles across a range of settings in Lancaster, including: Primary and Secondary Mainstream Schools Special Educational Needs (SEND) Schools Further Education (FE) Settings You will be supporting children with a variety of needs, including those with learning barriers or social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Flexible working patterns are available to suit your availability. Requirements To be considered for the role of Creative Arts Teaching Assistant, you must: Have at least 5 days’ experience working with children or young people Possess a warm, approachable personality and a genuine interest in supporting pupils Have a background in one or more creative arts disciplines (Drama, Music, Art, Dance, Media) About Vision for Education Vision for Education is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to supporting schools and helping staff thrive. We are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, and we take pride in being an employer of choice for high-quality education professionals. We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All staff must undertake a full vetting process including enhanced DBS checks. What We Offer As a valued member of the Vision for Education team, you will receive: Competitive daily rates, paid weekly via PAYE Access to a Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to eligibility) Pension contributions FREE professional development, including safeguarding and Team Teach training Full compliance with Agency Workers’ Regulations (AWR) A generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant How to Apply If you're ready to bring your creative talents into a rewarding school environment and make a real difference to children's lives in Lancaster, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now through this website or contact our Preston team for more information: Interviews will be held via video call to ensure safety and compliance with current government guidelines. visionsupport