At a Glance
- Tasks: Support KS2 pupils in reading, writing, and maths while promoting independence.
- Company: Teach Now, a leading education recruitment company with a focus on professional development.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, long-term placement, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and receive ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's education and gain valuable experience for future teaching roles.
- Qualifications: Experience with KS2 children, strong literacy and numeracy skills, and a teaching assistant qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Teach Now is recruiting a capable and academically confident KS2 Teaching Assistant for a long-term role in a Harrow primary school. Working alongside an experienced class teacher, you will support pupils as the curriculum becomes increasingly demanding. You will explain tasks clearly, address misconceptions, lead small-group work and help children develop the organisation and independence they need for success in upper primary education. This role would suit a teaching assistant who enjoys the academic side of classroom support and wants to make a measurable contribution to pupil progress.
Your Responsibilities
- Lead focused groups in reading, writing and mathematics
- Reinforce key vocabulary, concepts and problem-solving strategies
- Provide additional support for pupils working below age-related expectations
- Challenge higher-attaining pupils using teacher-prepared activities
- Support pupils with SEND without limiting their independence
- Help prepare resources and maintain an organised classroom
- Monitor pupils’ understanding and report useful observations to the teacher
- Promote positive behaviour and productive learning habits
- Assist with assessment preparation where appropriate
What You Will Need
- Recent experience supporting children in KS2
- Secure literacy and numeracy skills
- An understanding of the KS2 curriculum
- The confidence to lead small groups and interventions
- Clear communication and a patient teaching style
- Strong organisation and professional reliability
- A commitment to inclusion and safeguarding
- The right to work in the UK
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply
- Two recent and satisfactory references
- A Level 2 or Level 3 teaching-assistant qualification, degree or experience supporting Year 5 or Year 6 pupils would be advantageous.
Benefits:
- A stable, long-term placement
- Close collaboration with an experienced class teacher
- The chance to develop intervention and assessment skills
- Structured planning and clear expectations
- Opportunities to support pupils at an important stage of their education
- Valuable experience for candidates considering teacher training
- An inclusive staff team and supportive leadership
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.
- 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.
KS2 Teaching Assistant in Harrow employer: Teach Now Limited
As a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) in Westminster, you will join a supportive and collaborative school environment that prioritises the growth and development of both students and staff. With a commitment to ongoing professional development and a positive atmosphere, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's learning while enjoying competitive pay and a well-resourced setting. The leadership team is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity and excellence, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to thrive.
