KS1 Teaching Assistant

Year 1 Teaching Assistant – LA5

Start Date: ASAP – Ongoing
Hours: Full‑time OR Part‑time
Pay: Competitive, paid weekly

Teaching Personnel are working with a warm and welcoming primary school in the LA5 area who are looking to appoint a Year 1 Teaching Assistant. The school are seeking someone who is naturally calm, nurturing and patient, as the class includes children who benefit from additional support and a reassuring presence.

About the Role

In this Year 1 classroom, your role will include:

• Providing supportive, gentle guidance to pupils who may need extra encouragement
• Assisting with phonics, reading, writing and early numeracy
• Offering 1:1 or small‑group support as directed by the class teacher
• Helping children develop confidence, emotional regulation and independence
• Creating a warm, safe and positive learning environment
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCo to follow support strategies

Who We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Calm, nurturing and patient, especially with children who need reassurance
• Confident supporting young learners aged 5–6
• Experienced in SEN, education or childcare (desirable but not essential)
• Able to build trusting relationships with children
• A positive, proactive team player

✅ What the School Offers

• A supportive Year 1 team and experienced staff
• Guidance from a dedicated SENCo
• Ongoing CPD and development from Teaching Personnel
• A friendly, community‑focused environment
• Flexibility for full‑time or part‑time working

How to Apply

If you’re a nurturing, calm individual who would love to support a Year 1 class in LA5, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Teaching Personnel for more information.