UKS2 Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Upper Key Stage 2 team, working with pupils in Years 5 and 6. As an Upper KS2 Teaching Assistant at Clapgate, you will play a key role in supporting pupils as they prepare for the transition to secondary school. Working closely with class teachers, you will help deliver high-quality learning experiences, support whole-class teaching, and provide targeted support through individual and small group interventions.

The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of the curriculum up to the end of Key Stage 2, including an understanding of SATs expectations. You will be confident in supporting and delivering interventions in reading, writing, and mathematics, helping pupils to make strong progress and reach their full potential. A willingness to contribute to outdoor learning opportunities and wider school life is essential, along with the flexibility to cover classes in the absence of the class teacher when required. This role is ideal for someone who is committed, proactive, and passionate about supporting older primary pupils both academically and personally as they approach the next stage of their education.

• Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality teaching and learning across Upper Key Stage 2 (Years 5 and 6).
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning, close gaps, and promote independence in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Deliver targeted interventions, including preparation for SATs, to support pupils in reaching expected and greater depth standards.
• Help maintain a purposeful, engaging, and well-organised learning environment that supports high standards of behaviour and achievement.
• Promote pupils’ communication, reasoning, and problem-solving skills through effective questioning and high-quality interactions.
• Support pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development, modelling positive behaviour and attitudes to learning.
• Observe and monitor pupil progress, providing feedback to the class teacher and contributing to assessment and next steps.
• Prepare and organise learning resources to support high-quality teaching and learning across the curriculum.
• Contribute to wider school life, including enrichment opportunities and outdoor learning where appropriate.
• Provide classroom cover in the absence of the class teacher, ensuring continuity of learning.
• Work collaboratively with the Upper Key Stage 2 team to support planning, delivery, and reflective practice.
• Safeguard and protect all pupils, following school policies and reporting any concerns promptly and appropriately.

• Comply with all school policies including safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality.
• Participate in weekly professional development and training.

• Experience working with children.
• Secure literacy and numeracy skills up to the end of Key Stage 2.

• Creative, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting pupils’ learning and progress in Upper Key Stage 2.
• Confident in the Key Stage 2 curriculum, particularly in Years 5 and 6, and understands how to support pupils in reaching end of KS2 expectations.
• Knowledgeable about SATs and able to support pupils through targeted preparation and intervention.
• Able to engage and motivate pupils as active, independent learners.
• Skilled in behaviour management and able to maintain a calm, purposeful learning environment with high expectations.
• Empathetic, patient, and responsive to individual needs, building strong and respectful relationships with pupils.
• Confident in delivering interventions in reading, writing, and mathematics to support progress and attainment.
• Collaborative, flexible, and proactive in their own professional development.
• Reflective and observant, able to provide clear feedback on pupil progress and identify misconceptions.
• Passionate about outdoor learning and enriching the curriculum beyond the classroom.
• Brings energy, initiative, and enthusiasm to the wider school community.
• Promotes high-quality oracy, encouraging pupils to communicate confidently and effectively.
• Takes a creative and adaptable approach to supporting teaching and learning.
• Willing and confident to cover classes in the absence of the class teacher.

• A happy, motivated, and friendly staff team.
• Enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn.
• A vibrant, creative atmosphere that celebrates innovation.
• Supportive senior leadership committed to raising standards and improving children’s lives.
• A rich, creative curriculum with distinctive golden threads.
• Outstanding school grounds, including vast playing fields, a nature area, campfire circle, animals, and allotments.
• Our much-loved therapy dog, Rufus.
• A dedicated art room to support creative learning.
• A clear and consistent approach to behaviour, supported by our therapeutic team.
• A strong respect for work–life balance.
• Ongoing professional development to support your growth and progression.
• A comprehensive TA training programme.
• Weekly dedicated time to meet with the class teacher.
• A robust appraisal process to support professional growth.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical, online and social media, prohibition from teaching, right to work, satisfactory references, suitability to work with children. If shortlisted, applicants will be asked to disclose relevant information regarding their criminal history.