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Year 1 Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 05 May 2026
Salary: £23,000.00 to £30,000.00 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 04 June 2026
Location: DA5 1AB
Remote working: On-site only
Company: JobsinED Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: YEAR1TEACHINGAS-260505-9222

Summary

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.