Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Salary: Circa £23,000 - £30,000 Pro-rata
Apply by: 27/05/26
Location: Bexley

Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Launch Your Educational Career in Bexley

Step into a transformational Year 1 Teaching Assistant role in the heart of Bexley and begin shaping the next generation. If you’re a high-achieving graduate ready to inspire, support, and ignite children’s curiosity, this leading primary is searching for you! Here’s your chance to be a daily catalyst for learning, empowering early development—and setting yourself up for a first-class career in education, teaching, psychology, or SEN.

This Year 1 Teaching Assistant post offers more than just classroom experience: you’ll be fully immersed in a forward-thinking, Good to Outstanding-rated primary where passionate educators and aspiring professionals collaborate every day. You’ll work with exceptional staff, dynamic pupils, and cutting-edge resources in a nurturing environment dedicated to your growth. Unparalleled CPD, rich exposure to SEN, and structured progression all await—this is no ordinary TA position.

Key Highlights:

  • Year 1 Teaching Assistant: Make tangible classroom impact daily
  • Salary: Circa £23,000 - £30,000 Pro-rata
  • Location: Modern, vibrant Bexley primary with strong community roots
  • Ofsted Grade: Good to Outstanding – a mark of inspirational provision
  • Bespoke CPD, tailored mentoring, and career-defining progression pathways
  • Perfect for ambitious graduates keen on teaching, psychology, or SEN
  • Exceptional resources: Smart classrooms, SEN hub, rich outdoor learning

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Supporting Year 1 pupils with creative, hands-on classroom activities
  • Delivering tailored interventions for literacy, numeracy, and SEN
  • Collaborating closely with outstanding teachers and SEND specialists
  • Monitoring pupil progress, nurturing confidence, and fostering independence
  • Creating vibrant, inclusive classroom environments where every child thrives
  • Assisting in the preparation of inspiring learning materials and displays

Ideal "Year 1 Teaching Assistant" for this Bexley School:

  • First or 2:1 degree from a high-quality university (all disciplines welcome)
  • Boundless enthusiasm for education, early years, and primary classroom support
  • Aspiring teacher, psychologist, or SEN specialist seeking real-world expertise
  • Excellent communication, resilience, and adaptability in dynamic settings
  • Eager to make a measurable difference and receive extensive professional development
  • Committed, reflective, and motivated by delivering exceptional pupil outcomes

Why Join This Bexley School?:

  • Thrive in a high-performing school applauded for its inclusive, supportive ethos
  • Unrivalled mentoring and CPD for aspiring education professionals
  • Forward-thinking SLT invested in your progression and wellbeing
  • Fantastic behaviour standards, vibrant enrichment, and positive staff culture
  • Access to outstanding facilities including a new sensory provision and tech suite
  • Join a close-knit community that celebrates ambition, diversity, and creativity

Don’t miss your chance to embark on the ultimate learning journey as a Year 1 Teaching Assistant at one of Bexley’s most coveted primaries. Apply today and lay the foundation for immediate impact and future leadership in education—this is your moment to shine.

How to Apply

Eager to make a difference in the classroom right away? This Year 1 Teaching Assistant opportunity in Bexley won’t be open for long—interviews are being scheduled immediately! If you’re ready to bring energy and support to a thriving primary team, submit your application now before this role is filled.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving Outer London school from ASAP.

Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!

Application deadline: 27/05/26