KS1/KS2 Teaching Assistant — Flexible Shifts & Local Support

Randstad Education; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Flexible shifts

Local education consultant

Online booking app

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and 2 in West Sussex or Surrey. You will work closely with class teachers to guide small groups and provide 1:1 support, helping pupils build confidence and literacy/numeracy skills.

The role offers flexible full-time or part-time placements with weekly pay and access to a local education consultant. DBS updates are welcome or can be completed on joining.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting primary school-aged children.
• Good understanding of KS1 and KS2 curricula.
• Patient, approachable and proactive communication style.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young pupils and teaching teams.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to complete one).

Responsibilities

• Deliver small-group interventions to develop literacy and numeracy skills.
• Provide targeted 1:1 support during lessons.
• Foster an inclusive classroom where every child is encouraged.
• Assist classroom management, prepare learning spaces and organize resources.
• Adapt educational materials under teacher guidance to suit different paces.
• Promote pupil autonomy and independent thinking.
• Support positive classroom conduct and peer collaboration.

Skills

Experience with primary schoolchildren

KS1 KS2 knowledge

Strong communication

DBS Update Service

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and 2 in West Sussex or Surrey. You will work closely with class teachers to guide small groups and provide 1:1 support, helping pupils build confidence and literacy/numeracy skills.

The role offers flexible full-time or part-time placements with weekly pay and access to a local education consultant. DBS updates are welcome or can be completed on joining.