KS2 Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

CPD training

Long-term placement

Job summary

Teach Now is seeking a capable KS2 Teaching Assistant for a long-term placement in a Harrow primary school. You will support pupils in reading, writing and maths, lead small groups and help Year 5 and Year 6 pupils develop independence and organisational skills.

This full-time, long-term position starts on 8 September 2026. A Level 2 or Level 3 teaching-assistant qualification (or equivalent experience), an Enhanced DBS, the right to work in the UK and two recent references are required.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting KS2 pupils in a classroom setting.
• Clear communication and patient teaching style.
• Strong organisational and reliability skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead focused groups in reading, writing and maths.
• Reinforce key vocabulary and problem-solving strategies.
• Support pupils with SEND while promoting independence.

Skills

KS2 experience

Strong communication

Organisation

Safeguarding

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Level 3 TA qualification

Experience Year 5/6

Job description

KS2 Teaching Assistant – Harrow Location: Harrow, North-West London Contract: Full-time, long-term temporary Start date: 8 September 2026 Pay: £90–£100 per day Teach Now is recruiting a capable and academically confident KS2 Teaching Assistant for a long-term role in a Harrow primary school. Working alongside an experienced class teacher, you will support pupils as the curriculum becomes increasingly demanding. You will explain tasks clearly, address misconceptions, lead small-group work and help children develop the organisation and independence they need for success in upper primary education. This role would suit a teaching assistant who enjoys the academic side of classroom support and wants to make a measurable contribution to pupil progress. Your Responsibilities Lead focused groups in reading, writing and mathematics Reinforce key vocabulary, concepts and problem-solving strategies Provide additional support for pupils working below age-related expectations Challenge higher-attaining pupils using teacher-prepared activities Support pupils with SEND without limiting their independence Help prepare resources and maintain an organised classroom Monitor pupils’ understanding and report useful observations to the teacher Promote positive behaviour and productive learning habits Assist with assessment preparation where appropriate What You Will Need Recent experience supporting children in KS2 Secure literacy and numeracy skills An understanding of the KS2 curriculum The confidence to lead small groups and interventions Clear communication and a patient teaching style Strong organisation and professional reliability A commitment to inclusion and safeguarding The right to work in the UK An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply Two recent and satisfactory references A Level 2 or Level 3 teaching-assistant qualification, degree or experience supporting Year 5 or Year 6 pupils would be advantageous. Benefits: A stable, long-term placement Close collaboration with an experienced class teacher The chance to develop intervention and assessment skills Structured planning and clear expectations Opportunities to support pupils at an important stage of their education Valuable experience for candidates considering teacher training An inclusive staff team and supportive leadership Why work via Teach Now? Teach-Now are a widely recognised, education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on our high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

• Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance.
• Offer an excellent ‘refer a friend’ scheme that pays you £150 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days.
• Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee.
• Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders