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KS1 Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 18 September 2025
Salary: £105 to £115 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 October 2025
Location: Oldbury, West Midlands
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 188679

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Summary

KS1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Oldbury, Birmingham B68
Day Rate: £105 - 115
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm

Are you a warm, enthusiastic individual who enjoys supporting young children in their early learning journey? We're partnering with a friendly and inclusive primary school in Oldbury seeking a KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team on a long-term basis.

In this role, you'll be working across Year 1 and Year 2, helping to create a supportive and stimulating learning environment where pupils can feel confident and make steady progress.

Key Responsibilities:
- Support the class teacher with daily routines and activities across KS1.
- Lead small group sessions focused on phonics, early reading, and basic maths.
- Encourage positive behaviour and emotional development.
- Contribute to a calm and engaging classroom setting.
- Assist with displays, preparation of resources, and general classroom organisation.

You Will Need:
- Experience working with children in Key Stage 1.
- Familiarity with early learning approaches, especially phonics.
- A caring, patient, and encouraging manner.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.
- No day-to-day supply - full-time consistency in one school.
- A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
- Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.
- Access to free CPD training, including Understanding Autism, Behaviour Management, and further professional development/refreshers.

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process
- Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
- Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
- Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
- Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.

All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references to be considered for a trial day.

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