Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Longridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational staffing agency is seeking a Year 1 / KS1 Teaching Assistant in Longridge to support children with their development in a mainstream Primary School. The role involves providing additional learning support and delivering group interventions. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a flexible approach to meet diverse learning needs. The position offers £13.75 per hour, working Monday to Friday, from 8:45 AM to 3:30 PM, starting in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with their development.
• Ability to deliver group interventions to pupils.
• Flexible approach to meet children's needs.

Responsibilities

• Support Year 1 class with additional learning.
• Close gaps in learning for pupils in need.
• Build positive relationships with students.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to adopt a flexible approach

Approachable

Understanding of different learning abilities

Understanding of the EYFS curriculum

Resilient

Organised

Punctual

Holds great responsibility

High levels of professionalism

Job description

Year 1 / KS1 Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for supporting children with their development?

Teaching Personnel may have the role for you.

Contract: Long-term position to support within a Year 1 class.
Pay: £13.75 per hour
Start: January 2026
Working hours: Monday-Friday, 8:45-15:30 with a 30-minute lunch break each day.

I am working closely with the Headteacher of a reputable mainstream Primary School located in Longridge. The headteacher is keen to welcome someone who has a drive for supporting all children in reaching their full potential. It is a fully inclusive school, and all staff members work collaboratively to ensure quality teaching and learning takes place.

Main duties

As a KS1 Teaching Assistant in this role, the main duties will involve closing gaps in learning, providing additional learning support, and delivering group interventions to 3-4 pupils requiring support with Speech and Language/Phonics. These will be directed by the class teacher, with activities planned and ready to implement. The ability to adopt a flexible approach is essential, as activities may need to be adapted to meet the needs of the children. Building and maintaining positive, trusting relationships with pupils is key to supporting their learning and development.

Do I meet the success criteria for a KS1 Teaching Assistant?

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to adopt a flexible approach
• Approachable
• Understanding of different learning abilities
• Understanding of the EYFS curriculum
• Resilient
• Organised
• Punctual
• Holds great responsibility for the duration of the role
• High levels of professionalism

Next steps:

• If you are interested in this position, please get in touch with Chloe by clicking 'apply now'.
• Once we have your details on the system, we can put your CV forward for the position.
• The school will shortlist CVs and