Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for supporting young children in their learning journey? **Humly** is looking for a **Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant** to join a **primary school**, providing essential support to students in **Years 1 and 2**. This role is a fantastic opportunity to make a **real impact**, helping children develop confidence, independence, and key academic skills in a **nurturing and inclusive** environment.

**Working Hours**: Monday - Friday, **08:30 - 15:30** (30-minute lunch break)
**Total Weekly Hours**:35 hours**

**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- **Support the class teacher** in delivering engaging and structured lessons in line with the **National Curriculum**.
- Provide **1:1 and small group support**, assisting children with **phonics, literacy, numeracy, and early learning development**.
- Foster a **positive and inclusive classroom environment**, encouraging independence and enthusiasm for learning.
- Assist with **classroom organisation, preparation of learning materials, and interactive activities**.
- Support students with **social and emotional development**, promoting positive behaviour and teamwork.
- Help with **daily routines**, including transitions between lessons, playtime supervision, and maintaining a safe and structured learning space.

**What You’ll Bring**:

- **Experience working with children** in a **primary school, early years, or education setting**.
- A **patient, nurturing, and proactive** approach to supporting young learners.
- **Strong communication and interpersonal skills**, with the ability to build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
- A passion for **child development and education**, with an understanding of **early learning strategies**.
- **Adaptability, creativity, and enthusiasm** for working in a dynamic classroom setting.

**What’s in It for You?**
- **Hourly Rate**: £12.82 - £13.70 per hour (_Inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay_).
- A **full-time, term-time role** in a **supportive and welcoming** school environment.
- The opportunity to **gain valuable experience** working in **Key Stage 1 education**.
- A **rewarding role** where you can make a **real difference** in the lives of young children.

**Why Join Humly?**

Humly is a **market-leading education supply company**, connecting passionate **Teaching Assistants** with schools across the UK. When you join Humly, you’ll benefit from:

- **The Most Downloaded Supply App in the UK** - Trusted by thousands of educators.
- **Ultimate Flexibility** - Choose roles that align with your schedule and career goals.
- **Digital Marketplace Matching** - Be matched instantly to positions that suit your expertise.
- **Supportive Platform** - Easily manage bookings, availability, and timesheets via the **Humly App**.
- **£100 Refer-a-Friend Bonus** - Recommend a friend and earn **£100** when they complete their first assignment.

**Important Information**
- **All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.**:

- **This advert is for a temporary position.** In some cases, the option to make this role **permanent** may become available at a later date.
- **Humly 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.
- **For details of our privacy policy, please visit Humly's website.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: £12.82-£13.70 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Education**:

- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Childcare: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person