Job Description

Vision for Education are seeking caring and dedicated SEN / 1:1 Teaching Assistants to support pupils across primary schools in Stoke-on-Trent, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stone, and the Staffordshire Moorlands. If you have experience supporting children with additional needs and are passionate about helping every child reach their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

As an SEN / 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils with additional needs on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• Work closely with class teachers and SENCOs to implement personalised support plans.
• Help pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, SEMH, ADHD, speech and language needs, and EHCP-funded support.
• Promote engagement, independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Provide personal or intimate care where required (not all roles require this).

This role offers flexibility, with day-to-day, short-term, and long-term opportunities available on both full-time and part-time bases from September 2026.

Our partner schools across North Staffordshire are welcoming, inclusive, and committed to supporting pupils with additional needs. They offer:

• Supportive leadership teams with experienced SENCOs.
• Inclusive learning environments focused on pupil wellbeing and achievement.
• Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with children through long-term placements.
• Collaborative staff teams where Teaching Assistants are highly valued.

To be considered for the role of SEN / 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Have experience supporting children with additional needs in a school, nursery, care, or similar setting.
• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or demonstrate strong relevant experience.
• Be patient, resilient, and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning.
• Be comfortable supporting personal or intimate care where required.
• Possess a DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one).
• Have recent, referenceable experience working with children.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, and qualifications. As a valued member of Vision for Education, you will receive:

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to criteria).
• Pension contributions after a qualifying period.
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers' Regulations).
• FREE professional development training, including specialist SEND CPD and funded qualifications through the Edwin Group.
• A generous refer-a-friend bonus scheme.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated local consultant.

Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment agency committed to supporting schools and educators. We supply high-quality Primary Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and SEND specialists across the country.

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information or an informal chat about the role, please contact:

Joshua Da Costa
Recruitment Consultant Vision for Education
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