KS1 Teaching Assistant

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a caring and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a nurturing and creative learning environment. This is a rewarding role ideal for someone passionate about early education and child development. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as KS1 Teaching Assistant:

• Support the class teacher with the planning and delivery of engaging learning activities.

• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce core learning in areas such as phonics, reading, writing, and maths.

• Help manage classroom behaviour and maintain a positive, inclusive atmosphere.

• Assist with preparing learning materials, displays, and classroom organisation.

• Provide additional support for pupils with SEND, where appropriate.

Ideal KS1 Teaching Assistant:

• Have experience working with children in a KS1 setting (Year 1 or Year 2).

• Be knowledgeable about the KS1 curriculum and early learning strategies such as phonics programmes (e.g. Little Wandle or Read Write Inc).

• Be patient, positive and adaptable, with strong communication and teamwork skills as a KS1 Teaching Assistant.

• Hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.

Why Class Act? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Class Act, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

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