KS2 Teaching Assistant

Academics; Essex; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics is seeking a KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Billericay, Essex for a full-time, 1-year contract starting September 2026.

You will support KS2 pupils, work with the class teacher, provide targeted help to individuals and groups, and help foster positive behavior. The role offers stability across the academic year and a chance to move into a permanent position afterwards.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting KS2 pupils in a school setting.
• Ability to support learning across the KS2 curriculum.
• Excellent communication with pupils, staff and parents (where required).

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across KS2 curriculum
• Work with class teacher to help deliver learning
• Provide additional support to individuals and small groups
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Assist with preparation and classroom organisation
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Support pupils in becoming more confident and independent learners

Skills

KS2 teaching support

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Team player

Job description

KS2 Teaching Assistant Billericay

Location: Billericay, Essex
Contract: Full Time 1 Year Contract
Start Date: September 2026
Duration: Until July 2027
Potential: Permanent position afterwards

KS2 Teaching Assistant - Billericay

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with older primary pupils and wants the opportunity to become a key part of a classroom?

A fantastic opportunity is available for a KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Billericay on a full-time, year-long basis.

This role offers the stability of working within one school throughout the academic year, allowing you to build strong relationships with pupils and staff while gaining further experience across Key Stage 2. For the right candidate, there is also the opportunity to move into a permanent position once the initial contract comes to an end.

What You'll Be Doing

As a KS2 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils across the KS2 curriculum
• Work alongside the class teacher to help deliver effective learning
• Provide additional support to individuals and small groups
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Encourage positive behaviour and classroom engagement
• Assist with preparation and classroom organization
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Support pupils in becoming more confident and independent learners

Who We're Looking For

The school is looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working with KS2 pupils
• Understands the needs of children within Key Stage 2
• Is confident supporting pupils both individually and within groups
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Is patient, approachable and encouraging
• Can work effectively alongside teachers and support staff
• Takes a proactive approach to supporting learning
• Is committed to helping pupils reach their potential

Why Consider This Role?

• Full-time, 1-year contract
• Opportunity to continue in a permanent position afterwards
• Consistent work throughout the academic year
• Chance to develop your KS2 experience
• Become an established member of the school team
• Supportive classroom environment
• Dedicated consultant support throughout the process

If you're a KS2 Teaching Assistant in Billericay with the experience and enthusiasm to make a real difference, this could be an excellent next step.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.