At a Glance
- Tasks: Support KS2 pupils in their learning journey and lead small-group sessions.
- Company: Teach Now, a supportive and inclusive educational recruitment agency.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, work closely with teachers, and develop your teaching skills.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term placement and potential teacher training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while building your career in education.
- Qualifications: Secure literacy and numeracy skills; teaching assistant qualification preferred.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Harrow, United Kingdom | Posted on 06/08/2026
Contract
Full-time, long-term temporary
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
- Support teaching and learning throughout the school day
- 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
- 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.
- 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
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.
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KS2 Teaching Assistant in Harrow employer: Teach Now
Teach Now is an exceptional employer for Daily Supply Teachers, offering a flexible work schedule that allows you to balance your professional and personal life while teaching in a variety of Good and Outstanding primary schools across Croydon. With competitive daily pay, dedicated support from a consultant, and opportunities for professional development, Teach Now fosters a welcoming and supportive work culture that prioritises your growth and success in the education sector.
