KS2 Teaching Assistant

ear 4 Teaching Assistant – KS2 – September Start

Location: NP8

Contract Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible opportunities

Pay: Weekly pay (competitive rates)

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a range of primary schools across the NP8 area who are looking to recruit confident, proactive and reliable Year 4 Teaching Assistants to support pupils within Key Stage 2 (KS2).

This role is ideal for individuals with experience supporting primary-aged children, particularly within KS2, who are passionate about helping pupils achieve their full potential and can bring enthusiasm, initiative and strong classroom support skills to a busy Year 4 environment.

About the Role

• Support pupils within a Year 4 classroom on a daily basis
• Assist the class teacher with delivering engaging lessons across the KS2 curriculum
• Provide targeted support in English, Maths and Guided Reading sessions
• Work with small groups and on a 1:1 basis to reinforce learning objectives
• Support pupils with Additional Needs (AN) and differentiated learning requirements
• Promote pupils’ confidence, independence and engagement in learning
• Assist with classroom preparation, displays and learning resources
• Support behaviour management in line with school policies
• Help track pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Foster a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment

What We're Looking For

We're looking for candidates who are not just supportive, but who take initiative and actively contribute to raising attainment and supporting pupil development within KS2.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience working within a primary school setting, preferably in KS2
• Understanding of the Key Stage 2 curriculum, particularly Year 4 expectations
• Ability to support literacy, numeracy and reading interventions
• Confidence supporting pupils with Additional Needs (AN)
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Strong behaviour management and classroom support skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Proactive, organised and adaptable approach to supporting learning
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents

Highly Desirable

• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning, NVQ, Teaching Assistant Qualification)
• Experience delivering intervention programmes in Maths and English
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, ADHD, ASD or speech and language needs
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle (advantageous within the NP8 area)

The Ideal Candidate

• Caring, enthusiastic and pupil-centred
• Confident supporting learning across the KS2 curriculum
• Calm, resilient and able to manage classroom challenges effectively
• Reliable, organised and adaptable
• Passionate about helping children develop academically, socially and emotionally
• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or is willing to apply for one)

What We Offer

• Weekly pay
• Free CPD including Safeguarding, Behaviour Management, SEND and Intervention Training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant at Teaching Personnel
• Long-term roles with clear progression opportunities
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of supportive primary schools

If you're passionate about supporting children in Year 4 and across Key Stage 2, and want a role where you can make a meaningful impact on pupils' academic progress and confidence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with Teaching Personnel.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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