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Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant (TA)

Make a difference in a supportive Havering primary school

Are you a passionate, driven teaching assistant looking to make a real difference in a child’s educational journey? Do you have experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 1, especially with boosters, interventions, or SEN support? If so, this exciting opportunity in the heart of Havering could be the perfect next step in your career.

Teach Now is delighted to be recruiting for a part-time Key Stage 1 teaching assistant for a welcoming and supportive primary school in Havering, East London. This school is committed to nurturing every child’s potential and prides itself on its inclusive ethos, diverse community, and strong partnerships with parents.

About the role

As a KS1 TA, you will play a key role in:

• Supporting classroom learning and behaviour management across Year 1 and Year 2
• Delivering targeted booster sessions in literacy and numeracy to small groups or 1:1
• Assisting pupils with special educational needs (SEN) to access the curriculum effectively
• Collaborating with class teachers and the SENCO to implement tailored intervention strategies

The ideal candidate will have

• Experience supporting children in Key Stage 1, ideally in a UK school
• Familiarity with phonics schemes such as Read Write Inc. or Letters and Sounds
• Patience, empathy, and a proactive attitude
• A relevant Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred but not essential)
• A valid DBS check (or willingness to apply)

Why join this school

• Warm, inclusive, and friendly school community
• Supportive leadership team that values its staff
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Excellent transport links across Havering and surrounding boroughs

Whether you're an experienced TA or a recent graduate with relevant experience looking to build your career in education, this role offers a fulfilling and flexible opportunity.

Why work via Teach Now

Teach Now are a widely recognised education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on the high levels of customer service and professional development we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR), meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance