Year 1 Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £100 to £120 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 February 2026 |
| Location: | Lewisham, London |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 201916 |
Summary
A lovely and welcoming primary school in Lewisham is seeking a Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a KS2 pupil from January. This full-time temporary role is ideal for someone who is patient, consistent and committed to helping pupils thrive both academically and emotionally.
- Role: Teaching Assistant, Year 1
- Start Date: Monday 2nd February
- Location: Lewisham, London
- Contract: Full time - temporary (January to the end of the academic year)
- Pay: £100 - £120 per week
Responsibilities
- As the Teaching Assistant, provide consistent 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil throughout the school day
- Work closely with the class teacher to adapt learning activities and resources
- Support engagement, focus and positive behaviour using agreed strategies
- Encourage independence, confidence and inclusion within the classroom
- Monitor progress and feedback observations to teaching staff
Requirements
- Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting
- Experience supporting pupils in KS1 or a similar age range
- Able to build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with pupils
- Calm, patient and proactive approach to learning and behaviour support
- Available full time from January for the duration of the role
What the school offers
- A friendly and supportive school environment
- Clear guidance and expectations from class teachers and leadership
- Ongoing support to help every Teaching Assistant succeed in the role
- A diverse and inclusive school community in Lewisham
- Opportunity to gain long-term 1:1 experience within KS1
Application process
Trial days will be held initially.
Interested in this role? Submit your CV today to arrange an initial conversation.
- Role: Teaching Assistant, Year 1
- Start Date: Monday 2nd February
- Location: Lewisham, London
- Contract: Full time - temporary (January to the end of the academic year)
- Pay: £100 - £120 per week
Responsibilities
- As the Teaching Assistant, provide consistent 1:1 support to a KS1 pupil throughout the school day
- Work closely with the class teacher to adapt learning activities and resources
- Support engagement, focus and positive behaviour using agreed strategies
- Encourage independence, confidence and inclusion within the classroom
- Monitor progress and feedback observations to teaching staff
Requirements
- Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school setting
- Experience supporting pupils in KS1 or a similar age range
- Able to build positive, respectful and trusting relationships with pupils
- Calm, patient and proactive approach to learning and behaviour support
- Available full time from January for the duration of the role
What the school offers
- A friendly and supportive school environment
- Clear guidance and expectations from class teachers and leadership
- Ongoing support to help every Teaching Assistant succeed in the role
- A diverse and inclusive school community in Lewisham
- Opportunity to gain long-term 1:1 experience within KS1
Application process
Trial days will be held initially.
Interested in this role? Submit your CV today to arrange an initial conversation.