GENERAL TEACHING ASSISTANT (KS1) – VARA SPORTS AND EDUCATION

Are you passionate about education and supporting children’s learning?
Vara Sports and Education is a growing company dedicated to inspiring the next generation. We are seeking an enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistant to join our team and make a real difference in the classroom.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in education, with competitive pay, free training, and the chance to gain qualifications in a supportive environment.

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience working in KS1 (desirable)
• Strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships with children and staff
• Team player: reliable, flexible, and committed
• Highly organised with good time management
• Experience working with children with SEND (highly desirable)
• DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)

WHY JOIN VARA SPORTS AND EDUCATION?

• Competitive pay and genuine career progression
• Free training and funded qualification opportunities
• Option to boost annual earnings by working at our holiday camps
• Supportive team environment where you can grow and thrive
• A chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day
  Apply today and join Vara Sports and Education as a KS1 Teaching Assistant — helping to inspire and support young learners in a caring, fun, and engaging environment.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
  Pay: £15,000.00-£20,634.90 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company pension
• Employee discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ellesmere Port CH66 4UG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

• Do you have a DBS on the update service, paper copy or you require one?
• Have you worked as a HLTA before? If you have, please state below.

Experience:

• working with children: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons in Key Stage 1
• Provide small group interventions to support learning and progress
• Assist with phonics, early literacy and numeracy development
• Ensure all children are engaged, safe, and supported effectively
• Work with children with SEND needs, promoting inclusion at all times
• Help create a positive and stimulating classroom environment