KS2 Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; Norwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated KS2 Teaching Assistant to join their supportive primary school. This role involves assisting teachers in delivering engaging lessons, providing tailored support to students, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children, strong communication skills, and a passion for helping students succeed. Join a nurturing team committed to educational excellence and make a meaningful impact in students' lives starting September 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in primary education is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering engaging lessons for Key Stage 2 students.
• Provide one-to-one support for students, including those with SEN.
• Help with classroom management and student progress monitoring.

Skills

Experience working with children

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a team

Patient and caring approach

Proactive support for learning

Passion for student success

Education

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Here is a friendly and supportive primary school dedicated to providing a nurturing learning environment for all students. We are looking for a dedicated KS2 Teaching Assistant to support their Year 3 to Year 6 students, helping them to reach their full potential and achieve success in their studies. Beginning September 2025.

Duties as a KS2 Teaching Assistant:

• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons across the Key Stage 2 curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support for students, including those with special educational needs (SEN).
• Support students with their reading, writing, and numeracy development.
• Help with classroom management, ensuring a positive and focused learning environment.
• Prepare and organise learning resources and classroom materials.
• Observe and monitor student progress, providing feedback to the class teacher.
• Assist with the implementation of individualised learning plans for students as needed.
• Support students in building their social, emotional, and behavioural skills.
• Help with the delivery of interventions and enrichment activities.

Ideal KS2 Teaching Assistant:

• Experience working with children, ideally in a primary school setting.
• A relevant qualification, such as a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach to supporting children’s learning and development.
• A passion for helping students succeed and develop confidence as a KS2 Teaching Assistant.

Why Step Teachers?

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, and Devon. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers.

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations.