KS1 Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and motivated KS1 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting young children’s learning and helping them achieve their full potential in a warm, nurturing environment.

KS1 Teaching Assistant – Job Advert

Position: Key Stage 1 (KS1) Teaching Assistant
Contract: Full-time
Location: Colne
Start Date: Monday 1^st September 2026
Salary: £14.30 - £15.50 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective support to the class teacher in delivering high‑quality learning.
• Work with individuals or small groups of pupils to reinforce teaching and facilitate progress.
• Assist with the planning and preparation of learning activities.
• Support children with reading, writing, phonics and early maths skills.
• Help create a positive, engaging and purposeful classroom environment.
• Promote good behaviour and act as a positive role model.
• Contribute to the welfare, wellbeing, and safeguarding of all pupils.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working with children in an educational setting (school-based experience is desirable).
• Are patient, nurturing, and passionate about supporting young learners.
• Can build strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Have good communication skills and a flexible, proactive approach.
• Are able to work collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
• Hold (or are willing to work towards) relevant TA qualifications.

What We Offer

• A welcoming, supportive and collaborative school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to make a real difference in children’s early education.
• A positive working environment where staff wellbeing is valued.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV, outlining all your relevant experience supporting children in KS1.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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