Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE salary

Exclusive deals

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Step Teachers is recruiting a Year 1 Teaching Assistant for a long-term, full-time position starting September 2026 at a successful Roman Catholic primary school in Stourbridge. You will support Year 1 pupils on a one-to-one and small-group basis, assisting with engaging lessons and activities while promoting early literacy and numeracy.

The ideal candidate will have experience with primary-aged children, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and a patient, caring, adaptable approach.

Qualifications

• Experience with primary-aged children preferred.
• Experience in a school or educational setting advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the Year 1 classroom on a one-to-one and small-group basis
• Assist the class teacher with delivery of engaging lessons and activities
• Support development of early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
• Help pupils build confidence, independence, and positive learning behaviours
• Support children with differing learning needs and abilities
• Assist with classroom preparation and organisation
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Skills

Experience with primary-aged children

Experience in school/educational setup

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient and caring

Adaptable approach

Safeguarding commitment

Job description

Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Long-term, temporary and ongoing, full-time starting September 2026

Thisis a successful Roman Catholic primary school catering for pupils aged 5–11, located in Stourbridge and part of the Emmaus Catholic Multi Academy Company. The school is known for its caring ethos, strong community values, and commitment to providing a high-quality education for all pupils.

The school provides a supportive and inclusive learning environment where children are encouraged to achieve academically while developing confidence, independence, and positive relationships.

Ofsted recognised the school as providing a strong standard of education, with a positive culture that supports pupils' learning and wellbeing.

Duties as a Year 1 Teaching Assistant:

• Support pupils within the Year 1 classroom on a one-to-one and small-group basis
• Assist the class teacher with the delivery of engaging lessons and activities
• Support the development of early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
• Help pupils build confidence, independence, and positive learning behaviours
• Support children with differing learning needs and abilities
• Assist with classroom preparation and organisation
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Ideal Year 1 Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience working with primary-aged children is desirable
• Experience within a school or educational setting is advantageous
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient, caring, and adaptable approach
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• Understanding of Key Stage 1 learning and development
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

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.