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- People enjoy this job
- Respectful managers
- Proper breaks
About Vision For Education
Vision For Education is a recruitment agency. They specialise in recruiting for education jobs.
Job description from Vision For Education
Vision for Education are on the hunt for experienced or qualified Teaching Assistants to work on day to day supply/long term roles in and around the Launceston area.
About the role
Job Title: Primary School Teaching Assistant
Location: Launceston
Salary: Discussed on interview as dependant on experience
***Applicants who have been overseas for 6 months or more must have a police check from the country they were in to be considered for registration***
Vision for Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Primary School Teaching Assistant to join our passionate team of educators. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the teaching and learning activities within the primary schools in and around Launceston, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for our students. You will be deployed into different schools within your local authority. Whether you are looking at part time or full time work, working through us will allow you to be flexible and we can work around your availability!
Responsibilities
- Assist the classroom teacher in delivering high-quality lessons that cater to the diverse needs of the students.
- Provide one-on-one or small group support to students, ensuring that individual learning needs are met.
- Support students in developing social and emotional skills, promoting a positive classroom environment.
- Assist in the assessment of student progress and maintain accurate records.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting or relevant qualification (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate).
- A genuine passion for education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with students, teachers, and parents.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Vision for Education is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. 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 that must be registered on the Update Service.
What Vision for Education offer
- As a valued employee of Vision for Education, you will receive:
- Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
- Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
- Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
- Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
- FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
- Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
- Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
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. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.
Vision for Education 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.
How to apply
Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Alicia Conway on or email to
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Job insights from Breakroom
Teaching assistants
Teaching assistants support teachers and help children with their educational needs
What you’ll do as a teaching assistant:
- Support teachers in the classroom
- Support children with their educational needs
- Be responsible for the health and safety of children
- Listen, support and teach children
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Sitting
- Physical activities
- Using a computer
- Emotionally demanding duties
What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do Vision For Education pay teaching assistants enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
67% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Good
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Most people are paid market rates
Do Vision For Education pay teaching assistants market rates?
Most people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
67% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
75% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Vision For Education pay teaching assistants sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
100% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Needs improving
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Most people do unpaid extra work
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Yes. Lots of people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
68% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Needs improving
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do teaching assistants get of their shift pattern at Vision For Education?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 87% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 7% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 0% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 7% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
Okay
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Some people worry about their hours
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
44% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
Okay
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
36% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Good
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it for teaching assistants to book a holiday at Vision For Education?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
73% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
Good
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do Vision For Education managers change teaching assistants shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
83% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
Good
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Most people find it easy to take sick leave
How easy is it for teaching assistants to take sick leave at Vision For Education?
Most people find it easy to take sick leave.
How we know this
85% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Workplace
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Good
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Most people feel treated with respect
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education feel treated with respect by their managers?
Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
100% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
Good
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Most people get proper breaks
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
78% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Okay
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Some people are stressed
Is it stressful for teaching assistants to work at Vision For Education?
Some people feel stressed here.
How we know this
57% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
Good
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Most people enjoy their job
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education enjoy their jobs?
Most people enjoy their job.
How we know this
73% of people report they enjoy their job.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do teaching assistants at Vision For Education recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
Okay
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Only some people get enough training
Do teaching assistants get enough training when they start at Vision For Education?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
62% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Okay
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Only some people get support to progress
Are teaching assistants given support to progress at Vision For Education?
Only some people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 50% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do teaching assistants think Vision For Education head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
82% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and April 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do teaching assistants feel well informed about how Vision For Education is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
64% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2022 and August 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Vision For Education employees say about their job
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Best thing
Flexibility
Worst thing
Being assaulted by children daily
Vision For Education Teaching assistant, January 2024
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Best thing
experience and exposure
Worst thing
travel time and sudden isregulations
Vision For Education Teaching assistant, October 2023
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