KS2 Teaching Assistant

A welcoming mainstream primary school in Coventry seeks a committed KS1 Teaching Assistant for a full‑time September start. You support pupils with lower academic ability and help them access learning with confidence. Moreover, you create calm routines that help children feel secure and ready to learn. In addition, you work closely with the class teacher to deliver structured tasks and clear guidance. Throughout the day, you encourage positive behaviour, build strong relationships and promote steady progress.

Key Responsibilities of a KS2 Teaching Assistant

• Provide KS1 classroom support that meets the needs of pupils with lower academic ability
• Deliver small‑group activities that reinforce key skills and build confidence
• Use clear routines to support structure and reduce anxiety
• Prepare adapted learning tasks that match individual learning needs
• Support positive behaviour approaches through calm communication and predictable expectations
• Work closely with teachers and support staff to maintain consistent provision
• Encourage early literacy and numeracy skills through guided practice

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified or experienced Teaching Assistant with strong KS1 knowledge
• Confidence supporting pupils with lower academic ability
• Clear communication and a patient, nurturing approach
• Ability to follow structured routines and support emotional regulation
• Full‑time availability from September
• Interest in Coventry‑based roles

Why Choose Zest

Additionally, Zest learns your strengths and matches you with roles that suit your experience. Moreover, the team supports you throughout each placement and offers clear guidance whenever you need it. Ultimately, Zest helps you feel confident, valued and ready to succeed in a KS1 setting.

If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Harleigh at [email removed] or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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