About the role
Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Part Time – September 2026
Stockton-on-Tees (TS18) – £444 per week (pro rata)
Vision for Education is looking to appoint a part-time Teaching Assistant to join our successful supply team and work in a primary school in the Stockton area.
This is a part-time Year 1 Teaching Assistant role, working Monday to Friday during school hours (hours to be confirmed by the school). The successful candidate will provide general classroom support within a Year 1 class, working alongside the class teacher to support pupils' learning, development, and wellbeing.
The role will commence in September 2026 and is ongoing, with the potential to become long-term depending on the needs of the school.
Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications.
The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position is a Level 3 qualification or above in Teaching and Supporting Learning. Experience supporting children within Key Stage 1 is desirable, and experience working with children with additional needs would be advantageous.
The Role
Working as part of a passionate and supportive teaching team, the desired Teaching Assistant will provide high-quality support to pupils within a Year 1 classroom. This may include delivering small-group interventions, supporting individual pupils, and assisting with whole-class learning activities.
The successful candidate will be proactive, flexible, and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff. They should be confident supporting children with varying abilities and needs, helping to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.
The School
This primary school is looking for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join their team.
The Head Teacher and leadership team are dedicated to providing an outstanding standard of education for all pupils. The school has a welcoming atmosphere, a strong sense of community, and a positive ethos that supports both staff and children to thrive.
Requirements
To be considered for the Teaching Assistant position, you will:
1. Hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools.
2. Have experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a primary school setting.
3. Have experience supporting children within Key Stage 1, ideally within Year 1.
4. Be confident delivering small-group interventions to support progress and attainment.
5. Have a genuine desire to become part of a committed and supportive school team.
6. Be able to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and 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. We are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary, and SEND teaching and support staff.
What Vision for Education Offers
As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:
7. Excellent daily rates paid weekly through our in-house payroll team using the PAYE system.
8. Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
9. Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
10. Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations).
11. FREE training and professional development opportunities, including Team Teach, Autism Awareness, and Educare training.
12. Regular social events with complimentary food and drinks.
13. Generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
14. Access to a dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support throughout your placement.