Job Description

Teaching Assistant Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria

Vision for Education are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant from September 2026. This is a full-time role for the 2026/27 academic year, with the potential for a permanent position in 2027 for the right person.

The successful Teaching Assistant will support learning across Ealry years or KS1 classes within a thriving primary school in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. This rewarding Teaching Assistant role will involve working closely with class teachers to support pupils during their early years education, helping to create a positive, engaging and nurturing learning environment.

As a Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, you will support children through play-based learning activities, phonics sessions, language development and early numeracy activities. The role will also involve providing targeted support for pupils with SEND and SEMH needs, ensuring all children can access learning opportunities and make progress both academically and socially.

The ideal Teaching Assistant will:

• Support teaching and learning within EYFS / KS1 classrooms.
• Deliver small-group and one-to-one interventions.
• Assist pupils with SEND and SEMH needs to engage positively with learning.
• Promote children's communication, social and emotional development.
• Help create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Support the implementation of behaviour and learning strategies where required.

This Teaching Assistant position in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria would suit a caring, patient and dedicated individual with a passion for supporting young children during the crucial early stages of their education.

This primary school in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria is known for its strong community ethos and commitment to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils. Staff work collaboratively to ensure children feel safe, valued and inspired to achieve their full potential.

During its most recent Ofsted inspection, the school was recognised for providing a welcoming environment where pupils enjoy learning and develop positive relationships with staff. Inspectors highlighted the school's commitment to inclusion, pupil wellbeing and the development of a curriculum that supports children both academically and personally.

The school offers excellent facilities and a supportive leadership team, making it an attractive opportunity for a Teaching Assistant seeking to develop their skills within a nurturing educational setting in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria.

To be considered for the role of Teaching Assistant in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, you will:

• Have experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within an EYFS setting.
• Be confident supporting pupils with SEND and SEMH needs.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Have a patient, caring and flexible approach.
• Be committed to supporting the educational and personal development of all pupils.
• Hold relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications or equivalent experience (desirable).

As part of our team, you benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system. (Daily rate is subject to your scale rate, experience in role and qualifications which will be discussed at the point of registration.)
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.

We're part of The Edwin Group, an education alliance here to do good and are proud to be named in The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Places to Work in the UK 2024.

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.

If you are a Teaching Assistant who lives in the Barrow-in-Furness area that can enthuse, motivate and engage learners and would like the challenge of working in a rewarding environment, then we want to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or for more information about this role and other opportunities call the Preston office on (phone number removed).