Teaching Assistant

KS2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Kingston upon Thames
Start Date: April 2026
Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00am – 3:40pm
Pay: £500 – £550 per week
 
About the School
Horizon Teachers are in partnership with an infant school in the Kingston upon Thames area. This school is committed to providing a supportive, engaging, and high-quality learning environment for all pupils. The school has a strong community ethos, supportive leadership, and a dedicated staff team. The KS2 phase is well-resourced, with a clear focus on academic progress, wellbeing, and positive behaviour.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons across KS2
• Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups, including those with additional learning needs
• Assist with classroom preparation, resources, and displays
• Promote positive behaviour and support the school’s behaviour management policies
• Help monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development
• Supervise pupils during lessons, transitions, and activities as required

 
About You

• Previous experience supporting pupils in Key Stage 2 is essential
• A positive, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children’s learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
• A good understanding of the KS2 curriculum and classroom routines
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

 
Why Horizon Teachers

• We always look to pay our Teachers/Support Staff the highest rates possible
• Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals
• We are currently having our busiest year & placing more staff than ever before
• We can help you find permanent, long-term, and flexible roles in the Education sector

Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.