KS1 Teaching Assistant

Teach Now; Harrow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dedicated consultant support

CPD opportunities

Access to schools across Harrow

Job summary

Teach Now is seeking a warm KS1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils during the important early stages of their primary education in Harrow. You will help with phonics, reading and numeracy, and assist the class teacher to create a positive, engaging classroom environment.

Experience in schools or educational settings is preferred; Level 2/3 qualification and an Enhanced DBS are desirable, with the right to work in the UK required. The role spans full-time temporary contract with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery or educational setting.
• Understanding of KS1 learning and development.
• Phonics experience would be particularly valuable.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• A patient, enthusiastic and nurturing approach.
• Enhanced DBS and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils throughout KS1 lessons and activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups who need additional help.
• Reinforce phonics, early reading, writing and number skills.
• Prepare classroom resources and support learning activities.
• Encourage children to become confident and independent learners.
• Provide additional support for pupils with SEN where appropriate.
• Help maintain positive behaviour and classroom routines.

Skills

Child support

KS1 knowledge

Phonics experience

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Patience & empathy

Education

Level 2/3 qualification

Enhanced DBS

Right to work in the UK

Job description

KS1 Teaching Assistant - Harrow

Location: Harrow, London

Pay: £90-£100 per day

Contract: Full Time, Temporary

Start Date: September 2026

Teach Now is looking for a warm, enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistant to support pupils during the important early stages of their primary education.

Working within a primary school in Harrow, you will help children develop their early literacy, numeracy, communication and learning skills while supporting the class teacher in creating an engaging and positive classroom.

The Role

• Support pupils throughout KS1 lessons and activities.


• Work with individuals and small groups who need additional help.


• Reinforce phonics, early reading, writing and number skills.


• Prepare classroom resources and support learning activities.


• Encourage children to become confident and independent learners.


• Provide additional support for pupils with SEN where appropriate.


• Help maintain positive behaviour and classroom routines.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working with children in a school, nursery or educational setting.


• Understanding of KS1 learning and development.


• Phonics experience would be particularly valuable.


• Good literacy and numeracy skills.


• A patient, enthusiastic and nurturing approach.


• Relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification desirable.


• Enhanced DBS and right to work in the UK.

You’ll benefit from competitive pay, dedicated consultant support, CPD opportunities and access to schools throughout Harrow and wider London.

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.