Vacancy Detail

Teaching Assistant

Job Title:
Level 1 Teaching Assistant – KS1

Pay Rate:
£19,191 – £20,236 (Actual)

Location:
Stratford-upon-Avon

Hours:
Full-Time
Permanent Position

Smart Education is recruiting a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to support Key Stage 1 pupils within a specialist educational setting in the Stratford-upon-Avon area. This full-time, permanent role is ideal for someone enthusiastic, nurturing, and committed to supporting young learners at a crucial stage of their development.

Benefits of Working as a KS1 Teaching Assistant:
• Support early learners during a vital stage of development
• Work within a friendly, supportive SEND environment
• Build valuable classroom experience and develop professionally
• Be part of a positive, child-centred team
• Make a real difference to pupils’ confidence, engagement, and progress

Job Requirements:
• Experience working with children, ideally within KS1 and SEND
• Patient, caring, and proactive approach to learning support
• Willingness to learn and follow guidance from teachers and senior staff
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils
• Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Child & Adult Workforce) or willingness to obtain
• Valid passport
• Ability to provide 24 months of employer or academic references

Role Responsibilities:
• Support KS1 pupils during lessons, activities, and daily routines
• Deliver tailored learning support and interventions
• Assist with classroom preparation and organisation of resources
• Encourage independence, communication, and personal development
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on pupil progress and needs
• Maintain a safe, calm, and inclusive learning environment

About Smart Education:
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults.

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon | Salary: £19191 - £20236 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 02/02/2026