KS1 Teaching Assistant

Summary

We are seeking a kind and experienced Teaching Assistant. The successful candidate will be expected to support KS1 class teachers and lead intervention groups as directed, and also to promote and safeguard the welfare of all children.

Detail

The Blue Coat School is a diverse and vibrant community. We pride ourselves on cultivating a staff community who are innovative and dynamic teachers, knowledgeable and passionate support staff, and creative, forward-thinking leaders.

All staff have access to a range of benefits including ongoing CPD, a delicious free lunch each day during term time, remuneration on fees, access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, use of fitness facilities, social and wellbeing events and free on-site parking.

Support Staff are enrolled into a direct contribution pension scheme with generous employer contributions and associated benefits.

• QTS or Level 3 qualification
• Paediatric First Aid qualification would be desirable
• Food Hygiene qualification would be desirable
• Evidence of recent involvement in professional development

• Experience of working with and caring for children aged 5 to 7 with an understanding of how to meet each child’s needs
• Experience of planning, leading and participating in activities to support the learning of children in KS1
• Effective communication and listening skills

• Sound understanding of safeguarding principles
• Sound knowledge of early childhood development
• Knowledge of current good practice for children aged 5 – 7
• Sound knowledge and experience of the KS1 principles

• Sympathy with the Christian ethos and activities of the school
• Ability to form and maintain positive relationships
• Sensitivity to others and the ability to work cooperatively
• Wholehearted commitment to the life of a vibrant school community

A full job description and person specification can be viewed in the Information Booklet below.

All members of staff are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to, and ensure compliance with, the School’s child protection procedures and staff guidance at all times.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 22 January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to prepare an activity for a small group of children, and attend a formal interview. There will also be an opportunity to tour the school on the interview day.At interview applicants must provide original documents to confirm their identity and right to work in the UK. They must also bring proof of qualifications where relevant for the post. The documentation required by applicants is listed in the Recruitment Policy which is available on the school website and from the School. All other attributes will be assessed using the contents of the application form, at interview and with the professional references.

The post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (including a Barred List check), a satisfactory online check, a satisfactory medical fitness declaration and satisfactory references. Confidential references will be sought prior to interview.

The Blue Coat School is an equal opportunity employer.

Please note, we reserve the right to close posts and commence interviews at any time, once we have received sufficient applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Documents

• Information booklet for Job Applicants - KS1 TA FT PDF Document