KS1 Teaching Assistant

Now Hiring: KS1 Teaching Assistant – Inspire Young Learners from the Start

Location: Newport
Start Date: April/May 2025
Salary: From £89 per day
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM (Full-time & part-time available)

Are you passionate about helping young children thrive in their first years of school? Do you enjoy supporting early learning in a nurturing, engaging environment? If so, this Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant role could be perfect for you.

About the Role:

Teaching Personnel is working with a friendly, forward-thinking primary school in Newport, seeking a committed KS1 Teaching Assistant to support children across Reception to Year 2. You'll work closely with teachers and the SENCO to deliver targeted support in phonics, early literacy, and maths, helping pupils develop essential skills and confidence.

Whether you’re supporting a Year 1 child with phonics or helping a Year 2 pupil build number skills, your work will make a meaningful impact every day.

Key Responsibilities:

✔ Lead small-group and 1:1 interventions in Reading, Writing, Phonics, and Maths
✔ Help children overcome learning barriers and build self-esteem
✔ Support children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN), including autism, speech and language needs, or ADHD
✔ Assist teachers with differentiated tasks and scaffolded learning
✔ Promote positive learning behaviour and independence
✔ Contribute to a calm, supportive classroom atmosphere
✔ Monitor progress and communicate with staff

Ideal Candidate:

✅ Experience in KS1 or strong knowledge of the early primary curriculum
✅ Confident in supporting early learning, particularly in phonics and numeracy
✅ Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
✅ Strong communication and relationship-building skills
✅ Proactive, flexible, and eager to support children’s growth
✅ ALN/SEN experience is a bonus—training is available

Requirements:

EWC (Education Workforce Council) registration
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (child-only)
Two recent professional references

Why This Role Matters:

KS1 is a critical phase in a child’s education. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll help lay the foundation for a child’s future by supporting their development both academically and emotionally.

Why Join This School?

✨ Inclusive, supportive school culture
✨ Strong emphasis on individual growth and development
✨ Excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience
✨ Ongoing professional development from Teaching Personnel

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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