Details:
- Salary: £90 - 100 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Haringey
- Date: 1 day ago
Description:
Position: KS1 Teaching Assistant
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary
Start Date: 8 September 2026
Location: Haringey, London, UK
Salary: £90–£100 per day
About This KS1 Teaching Assistant Opportunity
A friendly primary school in Haringey is seeking a nurturing and proactive KS1 Teaching Assistant to join its team from September.
You will help younger pupils build strong foundations in phonics, reading, writing and early mathematics. Working under the direction of the class teacher, the KS1 Teaching Assistant will support whole-class learning as well as targeted activities for pupils who need additional practice or encouragement.
The role would suit someone who understands that children in Key Stage 1 learn best through clear routines, positive relationships and engaging practical activities.
Day-to-Day Duties
Supporting pupils during phonics, reading and numeracy sessions
Leading focused activities with individuals and small groups
Encouraging positive learning habits and independence
Helping pupils settle into classroom routines
Supporting children with additional or emerging needs
Preparing learning resources and displays
Providing feedback to the class teacher
Supervising pupils safely during transitions and activities
Essential Criteria
Experience working with children in a school, nursery or similar setting
An understanding of early reading and phonics
Clear spoken and written English
A patient, encouraging and organised approach
Confidence managing low-level behaviour
A commitment to inclusion and safeguarding
Right to work in the UK
A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification would be advantageous.
What You Can Expect
A warm and welcoming staff team
Well-planned lessons and clear expectations
Support from experienced teachers and leaders
Opportunities to strengthen your KS1 and phonics experience
A consistent, full-time position throughout the school year
Why work via Teach Now?
Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:
• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders
Application Process: Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Teach-Now directly. All applicants will require the appropriate qualification and training for this role. For teacher roles, we require a formally recognised teaching qualification. If you are not contacted within 2 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful for this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education. Good luck with your application, we look forward to hearing from you.
Teach Now operates stringent safer recruitment procedures.
We are committed to promoting equality and challenging discrimination. Teach Now is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Clearance