KS1 Teaching Assistant

Job description

KS1 Teaching AssistantLocation: BH10Contract: Full-Time, Term Time OnlyAgency: Teaching Personnel

About the Role Teaching Personnel are working with a lovely primary school in the BH10 area who are looking for a caring and enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team.

You’ll be supporting children in Years 1 and 2, helping them build confidence and develop key skills in a positive and supportive classroom environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the teacher with engaging KS1 lessons
• Working with small groups and on a 1:1 basis
• Assisting with phonics, reading, writing, and early maths
• Promoting positive behaviour and supporting pupil wellbeing
• Supporting children with SEND where needed
• Helping to keep the classroom organised and running smoothly

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working with children (school experience desirable)
• A positive, patient, and adaptable approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Desirable

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience with phonics programmes or SEND support
• Unqualified candidates with relevant experience are welcome

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Weekly pay and competitive rates
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Safeguarding All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and references in line with safer recruitment practices.

Apply Now Send your CV and a short supporting statement — we’d love to hear from you!

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.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bournemouth

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £70.00 and £110.00 Per Hour

Published at

08-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English