Teaching Assistant (KS1)

Teach in Herts; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

South Hill School in Hemel Hempstead is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our KS1 team. You will support learning under the class teacher and work with small groups, including teaching phonics to a group of children.

A calm, nurturing, and resilient approach is required, with prior similar-role experience desirable. This is a temporary appointment, 5 days per week, 8.40 am to 3.15 pm, from November 2026 to July 2027, term-time only (27 hours 55 mins per week).

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4-9 (A*-C) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Work with small groups to reinforce learning.
• Teach phonics to a group of children.
• Maintain a calm, nurturing and resilient classroom presence.

Skills

GCSE Maths (4-9)

GCSE English (4-9)

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

South Hill School wishes to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and caringTeaching Assistant to join our KS1 team. The role involves supportingchildren's learningunder the guidance of the class teacher, as well as working with small groups. You will also teach phonics to a group of children. We are looking for a candidate with a calm, nurturing and resilient approach in the classroom and confident with the learning in KS1. Previous experience in a similar role is desirable. This is temporary appointment, 8.40 am to 3.15 pm for 5 days per week, (November 2026 to July 2027) with a one hour unpaid lunch break, term time only (27 hours 55 mins per week). Candidates qualifications will include GCSE maths and English at Grade 4-9 (A*-C) or equivalent. For further information please see the attached job description and candidate specification.

Applicants may be invited to interview prior to the closing date. We reserve the right to withdraw the advert at any time.

South Hill School is a two form entry primary school in the heart of Hemel Hempstead. It is our aim to support the wellbeing and learning of the pupils in our care. We have highly dedicated and committed staff and pupils of whom we are incredibly proud.

South Hill School is committedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. References will be sought for all applicants invited to interview.