Graduate Teaching Assistant – KS1 Role | Nurturing Bexley Primary School

Are you a warm, enthusiastic graduate with a passion for helping young children learn and grow? This fantastic KS1 Teaching Assistant opportunity places you in a welcoming Bexley primary school, supporting pupils in Year 1 or Year 2 as they begin their educational journey.

This inclusive and child-centred school is known for its nurturing ethos, experienced staff and commitment to early learning. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in the classroom—helping deliver engaging lessons, supporting phonics, literacy and numeracy, and building children’s confidence and curiosity.

Key Highlights:

• Graduate Teaching Assistant supporting KS1 pupils in a Bexley primary school
• £95–£110 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time only role starting September 2025
• Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school with strong focus on early years development
• Located in Bexley – excellent public transport and a welcoming community
• Join a collaborative team with supportive leadership and ongoing CPD
• Ideal for aspiring primary teachers, early years specialists or educational psychologists
• Interviews ongoing – early applications encouraged

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting class teachers in delivering engaging and structured lessons in Year 1 or Year 2
• Working with small groups and 1:1 to deliver phonics, literacy, and numeracy interventions
• Encouraging active participation and helping children develop learning routines
• Supporting pupils with varying abilities, including those with SEN or EAL
• Assisting with classroom organisation, displays and resources
• Promoting confidence, emotional development and a love of learning

Ideal KS1 Teaching Assistant For This Bexley School:

• A graduate with strong academics and a passion for working with young children
• Kind, patient, and proactive with excellent communication skills
• Previous experience with children (e.g. schools, tutoring, mentoring, childcare) is desirable
• Committed to full-time, term-time work from September through July
• Eager to gain hands-on experience in a KS1 setting before teacher training or further study

Why Join This Bexley Primary School?

• Inclusive, nurturing ethos focused on early development and wellbeing
• Strong leadership team and experienced KS1 educators
• Excellent training and development opportunities for graduates
• Warm, community-oriented environment with high standards for learning
• Located in a well-connected area of South East London with local amenities

How to Apply:

If you’re a passionate Graduate Teaching Assistant ready to support KS1 pupils in a caring and ambitious Bexley primary school, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘APPLY’ or send your CV to JobsinED today.

This is a brilliant opportunity to make a difference in early education and take the first step toward a career in teaching.