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KS1 Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 95 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Brighton

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

KS1 Teaching Assistant – Brighton

Location: Brighton, East Sussex
 Contract: Full-time, temporary
 Start Date: ASAP
 Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Teaching Personnel are working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Brighton to recruit a dedicated KS1 Teaching Assistant.

This vibrant community school caters for children aged 4–11 and is known for its nurturing environment, diverse pupil community, and strong emphasis on inclusion and wellbeing. The school prides itself on developing confident, independent learners who are supported to achieve both academically and emotionally. Staff work collaboratively to create a positive, safe, and respectful learning environment where every child can thrive.

The Role

As a KS1 Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support teaching and learning across Key Stage 1 (Reception–Year 2)
Work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging and inclusive lessons
Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups
Assist with phonics, early literacy and numeracy development
Support pupils with additional needs, including SEND
Help maintain a positive and stimulating classroom environment

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with primary-aged children (ideally KS1)
Has a good understanding of phonics and early learning strategies
Is patient, nurturing, and adaptable
Can build strong relationships with pupils and staff
Is committed to inclusion and supporting diverse learning needs
Holds a relevant TA qualification (desirable but not essential)

About the School

A friendly, community-focused primary school in Brighton
Diverse and inclusive pupil population
Strong focus on wellbeing, creativity, and personal development
Supportive leadership team and collaborative staff culture
Access to a wide range of enrichment opportunities and external support services for pupils, including specialist SEND provision

What We Offer

Competitive daily rates of pay
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Dedicated consultant support
Opportunity to secure a long-term or permanent role
If you are passionate about supporting young learners and want to make a real difference in a supportive and inclusive school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Teaching Personnel to be considered.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

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.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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