KS2 Teaching Assistants

Step Teachers; Hevingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable teacher recruitment agency is seeking a full-time KS2 Teaching Assistant in Hevingham. The role supports a KS2 pupil with SEMH and cognition needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and qualifications. The agency offers competitive pay and benefits including weekly salary, discounted shopping, and wellness services.

Benefits

Discounted high street shopping

Travel offers

Gym memberships

Comprehensive wellness services

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and cognition needs.
• Understanding of behaviour support strategies and SEND provision.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with SEMH and cognition needs.
• Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning tasks.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.

Skills

Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and cognition needs

Understanding of behaviour support strategies

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach

Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare

Willingness to support with MSA duties

TA and SEND qualifications

Job description

Job Overview

KS2 Teaching Assistant - Full-time, temporary long-term cover from as soon as possible until Summer 2026. This full-time KS2 Teaching Assistant role begins as soon as possible and offers long-term temporary cover supporting a KS2 pupil with SEMH and cognition needs. The school provides a safe and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to be respectful, resilient, and ambitious. Staff are proud to work there and feel well supported by leaders who are committed to continuous improvement. Pupils enjoy a broad curriculum and benefit from strong pastoral care and positive relationships with adults.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil with SEMH and cognition needs
• Assist with classroom activities and differentiated learning tasks
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies
• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to implement support plans
• Monitor and record pupil progress and well‑being
• Support with midday supervision duties if required
• Contribute to a calm and inclusive learning environment

Ideal KS2 Teaching Assistant

• Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and cognition needs
• Understanding of behaviour support strategies and SEND provision
• Strong communication and teamwork skills as a KS2 Teaching Assistant
• Patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare
• Willingness to support with MSA duties if needed
• TA and SEND qualficiations

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, Devon and Greater Manchester. 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. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services.

We are an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, proud members of the Recruitment & Employment Confederation (REC), and REC Audited in Education, which means we have undergone rigorous external auditing to ensure we consistently meet the highest safeguarding and compliance standing in education recruitment.

Step Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All candidates registering with Step Teachers are subject to safeguarding checks in line with the DfE's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education, including reference checks and an Enhanced DBS check either registered on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Your salary - dependent on experience - is paid weekly through PAYE - that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.

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