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Creative Arts Teaching Assistant, Lancaster
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Client:
Vision for Education
Location:
Lancaster, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
5
Posted:
25.08.2025
Expiry Date:
09.10.2025
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Job Description:
About the role
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)
Ongoing support from your dedicated consultant
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