Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Key Stage 1

Aspire People; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 16,605; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support Year 1 and Year 2 in a welcoming primary school from September 2026. You will deliver targeted interventions in Reading, Phonics, Writing and Maths and work closely with teachers to raise attainment.

The ideal candidate holds a Level 3 TA qualification, has recent UK primary school experience within 2 years, and a proactive approach to managing pupils with varying needs.

Qualifications

• Level 3 TA qualification required.
• Recent UK primary school experience within last 2 years preferred.
• Strong understanding of KS1 curriculum and intervention delivery.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across Year 1 and Year 2 classrooms.
• Delivering targeted Reading, Phonics, Writing, and Maths interventions.
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required.
• Helping to prepare engaging learning resources.
• Promoting positive behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff.

Skills

KS1 TA Level 3

Reading interventions

Phonics interventions

Maths interventions

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Key Stage 1

Full-Time | September 2026 Start | Aspire People

Aspire People are recruiting on behalf of a supportive primary school looking to appoint an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work within Key Stage 1 from September 2026.

The school is seeking someone with excellent curriculum knowledge who can confidently support whole-class learning, deliver interventions, and work alongside teachers to help pupils achieve their full potential.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils across Year 1 and Year 2 classrooms
• Delivering targeted Reading, Phonics, Writing, and Maths interventions
• Providing 1:1 and small-group support where required
• Helping to prepare engaging learning resources
• Promoting positive behaviour and pupil engagement
• Working collaboratively with teachers and support staff

The Ideal Candidate:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Recent UK primary school experience within the last 2 years
• Strong understanding of KS1 National Curriculum
• Experience delivering intervention programmes
• Confident supporting pupils of varying abilities
• Positive, organised, and proactive approach

Why Work with Aspire People?

• Full-time role starting September 2026
• Competitive daily pay rates
• Dedicated education consultant
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent positions
• Supportive school environment

If you're looking to join a fantastic KS1 team from September 2026, Aspire People would love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.