Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant – Full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing from September 2026 The inspection report highlights a warm and inclusive primary school environment where pupils feel safe, supported, and encouraged to achieve their best. Teaching is well structured and purposeful, helping pupils develop strong early learning foundations. Leadership demonstrates a clear commitment to safeguarding, positive behaviour, and pupil well-being, creating a calm and nurturing setting that supports both academic and personal development. Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant – Full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing from September 2026 This Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant role offers a full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing opportunity starting in September 2026. The Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils in their early years of formal education, helping them build confidence, independence, and core learning skills. This role is ideal for a caring and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting young learners in a structured and supportive environment. Duties as Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant: Support pupils across Key Stage 1 in lessons and daily classroom activities Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning Assist with phonics, early reading, writing, and numeracy activities Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment Support classroom routines, transitions, and organisation Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff Observe and share information on pupil progress with teaching staff Encourage positive behaviour, engagement, and independence Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times Ideal Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant: Experience working with children in Key Stage 1 or early years settings Understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum and child development Patient, nurturing, and supportive approach Strong communication and teamwork skills Reliable and committed to a full-time, long-term role Proactive and adaptable attitude Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Why Step Teachers? With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers and support staff. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment. Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE’s statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one. Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. Recommend a friend to receive a £100 Amazon voucher for yourself, and a chance for you both to win a holiday worth up to £1000 – If you know anyone who is looking for temporary, permanent or supply work then get in touch with us today!