Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel

  • Preston
  • £75.00 per hour
  • Temporary
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
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Job Advert: Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Start Date: September 2025
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:40am – 3:20pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: £13.75 per hour (paid weekly)Are you passionate about early reading and phonics?
Do you have a talent for supporting young learners to grow in confidence and make progress?A mainstream Primary School in Preston, is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2025. This is a term-time-only position, working across EYFS and Year 1 to support early reading development and help close gaps in learning.About the Role:This role focuses on delivering high-quality phonics and reading support through small-group and one-to-one interventions. You will work closely with class teachers and the school’s phonics lead to help children build the foundations they need to become confident, fluent readers.You’ll be part of a nurturing and inclusive school environment, where every child’s progress is celebrated and supported.Key Responsibilities:
  • Deliver targeted phonics interventions to pupils in EYFS and Year 1 using school-approved schemes
  • Support individual and small groups of children to develop early reading fluency and comprehension
  • Work closely with teaching staff to identify gaps and monitor pupil progress
  • Use effective questioning and modelling to engage and challenge learners
  • Provide positive encouragement and feedback to help children grow in confidence
  • Maintain accurate records of interventions and outcomes
  • Contribute to a calm, purposeful and inclusive learning environment
Essential Requirements:
  • A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
  • UK mainstream classroom experience is essential
  • Strong understanding of early phonics and reading development
  • Experience of working with young children, ideally in EYFS or KS1
  • Patience, positivity and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour
  • The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children
We Offer:
  • Weekly pay at a competitive hourly rate
  • A supportive and welcoming team environment
  • A full induction and opportunities for ongoing training
  • The opportunity to make a real impact on children’s early learning

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