Job Description

Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant - Northampton (Primary School)

Location: Northampton
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Temp to Perm Available
Hours: Term-Time Only
Pay: Competitive, depending on experience

About the Role

A friendly and supportive primary school in Northampton is seeking a Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join their team with an immediate start. Working across Year 1 and Year 2, you will support pupils during a crucial stage in their early learning, helping to build strong foundations for future success.

This role is ideal for someone who is enthusiastic about working with younger children and is keen to make a positive impact in the classroom.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Supporting the class teacher with daily classroom activities

  • Delivering small group interventions in phonics, reading, writing, and maths

  • Assisting with early development and structured classroom routines

  • Creating a positive and engaging learning environment

  • Supporting pupils with a range of abilities and learning needs

  • Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence, and participation

  • Helping to prepare and organise classroom resources

What We're Looking For

  • Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally within Key Stage 1

  • Understanding of phonics and early learning strategies (desirable)

  • A patient, caring, and proactive approach

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Reliable, adaptable, and enthusiastic attitude

  • A genuine passion for education and supporting young learners

Why Apply?

  • Immediate start in a welcoming Northampton primary school

  • Full-time, term-time only role

  • Opportunity to secure a permanent position

  • Supportive team and positive school environment

  • Access to ongoing training and development

  • A rewarding role making a difference in early education

If you're looking to develop your experience in a primary setting and support children at a key stage in their learning, this is a fantastic opportunity.

Apply now to be considered for this Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant role in Northampton.