KS1 Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Ealing on a full-time, long-term basis from February 2026.

About the role

As a KS1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support teaching and learning across Year 1 and/or Year 2. You will provide in-class support, work with small groups or individual pupils, and help create a positive, structured, and nurturing learning environment that supports children’s academic and personal development.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom organisation

Working one-to-one or with small groups of pupils

Assisting with phonics, reading, writing, and numeracy activities

Supporting pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development

Helping to maintain a calm, safe, and engaging classroom environment

Providing feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and engagement

About the school

The school is a friendly and inclusive primary school in Ealing, with a strong focus on early learning, pupil wellbeing, and positive behaviour. The leadership team is supportive and values collaboration, ensuring staff feel welcomed and well-supported. As a long-term member of the team, you will become an integral part of the school community.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of KS1 Teaching Assistant you will:

Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within KS1
A patient, caring, and proactive approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:

Enhanced DBS on the update service
Relevant teaching experience
Right to work in the UK
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Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed