KS1 Teaching Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Prospero Teaching; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team in East London. This exciting role involves assisting educators and fostering student success in a dynamic learning environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for education and a commitment to safeguarding children. With a full-time position available, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in students' lives while working in a collaborative atmosphere. If you’re enthusiastic about supporting young learners, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2 preferred.
• Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and assess student work.
• Assist in lesson plans and classroom activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Up to date safeguarding training

Experience teaching KS1 or KS2

Job description

KS1 Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching is looking for a hardworking, motivating Teaching Assistant in Waltham Forest, East London.
The school is a two-form Primary school with a supportive leadership team with a dynamic and inclusive learning environment committed to academic excellence and student success. We are currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support our educators and help students thrive in and out of the classroom.

This position is open to all qualified candidates with a passion for education and student support. Prior classroom experience is preferred but not required.

Contract/ Position Details:
Location-Waltham Forest, East London.
Position- KS1 Teaching Assistant.
Type of work- supporting teaching, Assess student work, lesson plans/Activities.
Contract or position start date- September 2025.
Duration/Likely Duration- 1 term contract may be extended
Contract or position end date (if applicable)- end of term 1.
Contract type (temp/perm/temp to perm) - Temporary
Full time/part time - Full time
Minimum pay rate- depending on pay scale.
Hours - 8:00 am - 4.00PM: Mon - Fri (term time only)

Experience, Training and Qualifications:
Minimum 1 year experience teaching KS1 or KS2 preferred but not required.
Up to date safeguarding training issued in the past year.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.

To be eligible for this role through Prospero: YOU MUST!
Have a valid right to work in the UK.
Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS and be enrolled or willing to enrol onto the DBS update service.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.
If you are interested in this role and would like to apply, please apply with your most up-to date CV. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted!