Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant - Northampton (Primary School)

Location: NorthamptonStart Date: ImmediateContract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp to Perm AvailableHours: Term-Time OnlyPay: Competitive, depending on experience

A friendly and supportive primary school in Northampton is seeking a Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join their team with an immediate start. Working across Year 1 and Year 2, you will support pupils during a crucial stage in their early learning, helping to build strong foundations for future success.

This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about working with younger children and is keen to make a positive impact in the classroom.

• Supporting the class teacher with daily classroom activities

• Delivering small group interventions in phonics, reading, writing, and maths

• Assisting with early development and structured classroom routines

• Creating a positive and engaging learning environment

• Supporting pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs

• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and participation

• Helping to prepare and organise classroom resources

• Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within Key Stage 1

• Understanding of phonics and early learning strategies (desirable)

• A patient, caring, and proactive approach

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic attitude

• A genuine passion for education and supporting young learners

• Immediate start in a welcoming Northampton primary school

• Full-time, term-time only role

• Opportunity to secure a permanent position

• Supportive team and positive school environment

• Access to ongoing training and development

• A rewarding role making a difference in early education

If you're looking to develop your experience in a primary setting and support children at a key stage in their learning, this is a fantastic opportunity.

Apply now to be considered for this Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant role in Northampton.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northampton

Type of Contract

Temporary full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £93.00 and £105.00 Per Hour

Published at

10-05-2026

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