Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant - Full Time
📍 Shrewsbury
📅 Immediate Start | Until End of Academic Year | Potential for Ongoing Opportunity
Aspire People are currently recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Shrewsbury for a dedicated Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a committed and adaptable TA who is confident supporting pupils across Years 1 and 2 and can provide cover across multiple classes when needed.
The Role
As a Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant, you will:
Support teaching and learning across all KS1 classes (Reception/Y1/Y2 where needed)
Be willing to cover different classes as required
Deliver small group and 1:1 interventions to support learning
Support pupils with additional needs, including SEN
Assist with classroom preparation, resources, and organisation
Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
Work closely with teachers and senior leadership
This is a varied and rewarding role suited to someone who enjoys working with younger primary pupils and thrives in a flexible environment.
The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who:
Has recent experience working within Key Stage 1
Is confident supporting across multiple KS1 year groups
Has experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Demonstrates strong behaviour management skills
Is proactive, reliable, and adaptable
Builds positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
Qualifications are desirable but not essential.
We will consider candidates without formal qualifications if they have relevant and recent experience within KS1.
The School Offers
A supportive and friendly staff team
A positive and inclusive school environment
Opportunities to gain experience across all KS1 year groups
Clear guidance and supportive leadership
What Aspire People Offer
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Competitive rates of pay
Access to professional development opportunities
Potential for a longer-term or permanent opportunity
If you are an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a full-time KS1 role in Shrewsbury, we would love to hear from you.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks