KS1 Teaching Assistant

Job description

KS1 Teaching Assistant | Harrow | September 2026 Start

Are you a graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience as a KS1 Teaching Assistant before pursuing a career in teaching?

A welcoming two-form entry primary school in Harrow is seeking a dedicated KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026. This KS1 Teaching Assistant role is ideal for aspiring teachers who want to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience supporting pupils in the early stages of their education

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KS1 Teaching Assistant | Benefit

• s:Gain valuable experience working within a KS1 classro
• omDevelop practical skills before future teacher traini
• ngWork alongside experienced teachers and supportive sta
• ffBuild confidence supporting children’s learning and developme
• ntGain experience with phonics, early reading, writing, and maths suppo

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The Opportuni

• ty:Full-time KS1 Teaching Assistant position | Har
• rowSeptember 2026 st
• artOne-year role until July 2
• 027Term-time o
• nlyCompetitive weekly
• paySupporting teaching and learning across Key Stag

e 1
The school provides a positive and inclusive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to become confident, independent learners. With a strong focus on pupil progress, wellbeing, and high expectations, staff work together to help every child achieve their potent

ial.
KS1 Teaching Assistant | Responsibili

• ties:Support the class teacher with classroom activities and lesson prepar
• ationProvide 1:1 and small group su
• pportAssist with phonics, reading, writing, and maths activ
• itiesSupport pupils with additional learning
• needsEncourage positive behaviour, confidence, and indepen

dence
As a KS1 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with the class teacher to support daily lessons, provide targeted interventions, and help create a fun, engaging, and structured learning environment for young p

upils.
KS1 Teaching Assistant | Candidate P

• rofile:A degree with a strong academic bac
• kgroundA genuine interest in primary education and working with c
• hildrenStrong communication skills and a positive a
• ttitudeInterested in gaining formal school experience before teacher t
• rainingPassionate about supporting children’s progress and deve

lopment
This KS1 Teaching Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate looking to gain meaningful classroom experience, develop key education skills, and explore a future career in t

eaching.
Apply today for this KS1 Teaching Assistant opportunity in Harrow and take the first step towards a career in e

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Harrow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

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