KS1 Higher Level Teaching Assistant — Lead Class & Phonics

Hardy Mill C P School; Bradshaw; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Hardy Mill Primary in Bolton is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (TA4) to join our Key Stage 1 team. This permanent post is designed to support learning continuity and create a stimulating classroom environment.

You will take whole class cover, provide emergency support at short notice, and lead daily phonics, English and maths groups to help every pupil build strong foundations.

Qualifications

• Passion for primary education.
• Experience leading whole class activities, ideally KS1.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs (SEND).
• Excellent organisational skills and adaptability.
• Sound knowledge of early reading, phonics and maths.
• Confidence in following teachers’ planning and providing emergency cover.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with children and adults.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for whole class cover in Key Stage 1, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning continues in the absence of the class teacher.
• Provide emergency cover at short notice, adapting quickly to support children and maintain a positive learning atmosphere.
• Lead daily phonic, English and maths groups, helping children build strong foundations in early reading and numeracy.

Skills

Passion for primary

KS1 experience

Team player

Support SEND

Organisational skills

Phonics

Early reading

Maths knowledge

Follow planning

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Hardy Mill Primary in Bolton is seeking a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant (TA4) to join our Key Stage 1 team. This permanent post is designed to support learning continuity and create a stimulating classroom environment.

You will take whole class cover, provide emergency support at short notice, and lead daily phonics, English and maths groups to help every pupil build strong foundations.