Teaching Assistant Key Stage 1

Contract job recruited via Veritas (London, UK)

Job Reference Bolton_1762184751

Closing date December 4, 2025

Location Bolton, United Kingdom

Status Contract

Contact Roscoe Price Moor
+64 273124286
rpricemoor@veritas-education.com

About this job

Job Title: KS1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Bolton Contract Type: Full-time Salary: £13.68 - 16.15 Start Date: December

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and nurturing primary school team. The successful candidate will support the class teacher in delivering high-quality education and care to children aged 5-7 years, helping them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in planning and delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Work with small groups or individual pupils to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing, and numeracy interventions.
• Promote positive behaviour and help manage classroom routines.
• Support children with additional needs, including SEN, EAL, or emotional/behavioural challenges.
• Prepare resources and materials for lessons and activities.
• Supervise pupils during break times, transitions, and school trips.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide feedback to teachers on pupil progress and behaviour.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including assemblies and events.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience working with children in a school or childcare setting.
• Understanding of the KS1 curriculum and child development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Patience, empathy, and a nurturing approach.
• Good organisational skills and initiative.

Desirable:

• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting children with SEN or behavioural needs.
• First Aid or Safeguarding training.

Safeguarding Statement

Veritas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference vetting. This post is exclusively managed by Veritas.

How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic primary school teaching assistant and would like to join our supportive community in Bolton, we would love to hear from you.

Send your CV to: Joshua McGill - jmcgill@veritas-education.com01772 846610

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

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