KS2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Axminster; On-site; GBP 14,560 - 20,020; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is actively recruiting enthusiastic KS2 Teaching Assistants to support pupils in Axminster and surrounding areas from September. You will assist Years 3-6, help pupils develop confidence in literacy and numeracy, and work with teachers to deliver engaging KS2 lessons.

We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities with flexible supply and hours 8:30am-3:30pm, Monday to Friday. Pay is competitive weekly and dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Have experience working with children or young people (school experience desirable).
• Have experience supporting primary-aged pupils, particularly within KS2 (desirable).
• Are patient, positive, and enthusiastic about education.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Are passionate about helping children achieve their potential.
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Are reliable, adaptable, and committed to supporting pupils' academic and personal development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and inspiring KS2 lessons.
• Working with pupils in Years 3-6 on a 1:1 basis or in small intervention groups.
• Helping children develop confidence in literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
• Supporting pupils to prepare for end-of-key-stage assessments where appropriate.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence, and active classroom participation.
• Assisting with classroom preparation, displays, and learning resources.
• Supporting pupils with a range of learning needs and abilities.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every child can succeed.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Key Stage 2 (KS2) Teaching Assistants to work in primary schools across Axminster and the surrounding areas from September.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy supporting children in Years 3-6, helping them build confidence, develop key skills, and achieve their full potential. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to gain valuable school-based experience, we would love to hear from you.

We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Position

Position: KS2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Axminster and surrounding areas
Start Date: September
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm
Contract: Flexible supply, short-term, long-term, full-time and part-time opportunities available
Term Time Only

• Supporting the class teacher in delivering engaging and inspiring KS2 lessons.
• Working with pupils in Years 3-6 on a 1:1 basis or in small intervention groups.
• Helping children develop confidence in literacy, numeracy, and other curriculum areas.
• Supporting pupils to prepare for end-of-key-stage assessments where appropriate.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, independence, and active classroom participation.
• Assisting with classroom preparation, displays, and learning resources.
• Supporting pupils with a range of learning needs and abilities.
• Promoting a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every child can succeed.

• Have experience working with children or young people (school experience desirable).
• Have experience supporting primary-aged pupils, particularly within KS2 (desirable).
• Are patient, positive, and enthusiastic about education.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Are passionate about helping children achieve their potential.
• Hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Are reliable, adaptable, and committed to supporting pupils' academic and personal development.