KS1 Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and inclusive primary school. This is a fantastic opportunity to support young learners at a key stage in their development and play a vital role in helping them reach their full potential. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a KS1 Teaching Assistant:

• Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality lessons and activities

• Work with individual pupils or small groups to reinforce learning

• Assist with phonics, early reading, writing, and maths support

• Help to create a stimulating and well-organised classroom environment

• Encourage positive behaviour and support social and emotional development

• Provide supervision during break and lunchtimes as needed

• Contribute to classroom displays and general admin duties

Ideal KS1 Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within Key Stage 1

• A patient, nurturing, and flexible approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills as a KS1 Teaching Assistant.

• A good understanding of phonics and early learning principles

• A relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2/3 TA) is desirable but not essential

• A genuine passion for supporting children’s education and wellbeing

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. 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. 

Step Teachers, 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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