Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd is seeking a Year 1 Teaching Assistant in Plymouth for a full-time, long-term temporary role starting September 2026. You will support a Year 1 class with small groups, 1:1 work, and early literacy and numeracy tasks, under the direction of the class teacher.

Ideal candidates are experienced with KS1, calm and nurturing, with good teamwork and communication, and a commitment to safeguarding and pupil welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils in KS1, especially Year 1.
• SEND experience is beneficial.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach to young learners.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-time support in a Year 1 classroom.
• Assist with small groups, interventions, and 1:1 support.
• Support early literacy, numeracy, phonics and wider tasks.
• Maintain consistent behaviour expectations and routines.
• Contribute to SEND support where appropriate.
• Help with resources, organisation and daily activities.
• Promote social, emotional and personal development.
• Uphold safeguarding expectations and pupil welfare.

Skills

KS1 experience

Phonics support

Calm, patient

Teamwork

Job description

Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing role starting September 2026

This school provides a calm, nurturing, and well‑organised learning environment where pupils benefit from supportive adults, consistent routines, and engaging early years and KS1 teaching. Staff work collaboratively to uphold high expectations, helping children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. Pupils respond positively to structured support that promotes independence, resilience, and steady academic progress.

Duties as Year 1 Teaching Assistant:

• Provide full-time support in a Year 1 classroom
• Assist with small groups, interventions, and 1:1 support where required
• Support early literacy, numeracy, phonics and wider learning tasks
• Help maintain consistent behaviour expectations and positive routines
• Contribute to SEND support where appropriate
• Assist with classroom organisation, preparation of resources, and daily activities
• Promote pupils’ social, emotional and personal development
• Uphold safeguarding expectations and prioritise pupil welfare

Ideal Year 1 Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting pupils in KS1, especially Year 1
• SEND experience is beneficial
• Calm, patient, and nurturing approach to young learners
• Confident delivering small‑group and individual support
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Able to follow teacher direction and use initiative appropriately
• Reliable, proactive, and committed to supporting pupil progress
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting pupil well‑being

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.