KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Lead Class & Phonics

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development programme

Supportive leadership team

Calm, purposeful school environment

Job summary

Hardy Mill Primary in Bolton seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (TA4) to support KS1 learning. You will cover classes in the absence of the teacher, lead daily phonics and literacy/maths groups, and respond quickly to cover needs.

The role requires passion for primary education, teamwork, and experience with early reading and additional needs support. Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Passion for primary education and desire to support learners.
• Experience leading whole class activities, ideally in Key Stage 1.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and build positive relationships.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs, with empathy and adaptability.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple priorities and adapt to change.
• Solid knowledge of early reading, phonics and maths.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for whole class cover in Key Stage 1, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning in the teacher's absence.
• Provide emergency cover at short notice, adapting quickly to support children and maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
• Lead daily phonics, English and maths groups to strengthen early literacy and numeracy foundations.

Skills

Whole class cover

Phonics

Early reading

English & Maths leadership

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Flexible

Additional needs support

Job description

Hardy Mill Primary in Bolton seeks a Higher Level Teaching Assistant (TA4) to support KS1 learning. You will cover classes in the absence of the teacher, lead daily phonics and literacy/maths groups, and respond quickly to cover needs.

The role requires passion for primary education, teamwork, and experience with early reading and additional needs support. Excellent organisation and interpersonal skills are essential.