Year 1 Teaching Assistant – Behaviour & Classroom Support (Primary School)

Location: Kings Cross, London
Full-time | Long-term contract | Potential for permanent role
Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) or Behaviour Mentor looking for your next rewarding role in a Year 1 classroom?
We’re working with a welcoming primary school seeking a dedicated and resilient Teaching Assistant to support children with challenging behaviour, SEN, or SEMH needs.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 and small group support within a Year 1 class.
• Help children with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties stay engaged in lessons.
• Use positive behaviour management strategies to create a calm, structured learning environment.
• Support the class teacher in delivering lessons and adapting activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage pupils to build confidence, resilience, and independence.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, or Learning Support Assistant (LSA) in a primary school.
• Strong behaviour management skills and experience supporting children with SEN / SEMH.
• Experience in KS1 (particularly Year 1) preferred.
• A calm, patient, and consistent approach to supporting children with additional needs.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 TA, CACHE, or equivalent) desirable but not essential.

What’s on Offer

• Supportive school leadership and a friendly staff team.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference in a child’s education journey.

If you’re passionate about supporting children with behavioural and emotional needs and want to make a real impact in a nurturing primary school setting, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now!