KS1 Teaching Assistant: Nurture Reading, Phonics & Growth

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Bamber Bridge; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site staff parking

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Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking a dedicated KS1 Teaching Assistant for a wonderful primary school in the PR5 Preston area. Start date October 2026; full-time, long-term position with a competitive daily rate.

The role concentrates on targeted support, including 1:1 reading, writing and early numeracy, small group phonics and maths boost sessions, classroom management, and social-emotional support to help pupils achieve their potential.

Qualifications

• Must have enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply)
• Experience in a primary school setting, preferably KS1/EYFS
• Patient, nurturing, creative approach to learning

Responsibilities

• 1:1 support with reading, writing and early numeracy
• Lead small group intervention sessions (phonics and maths boosters)
• Assist with classroom management and create a positive learning environment
• Provide social and emotional support to pupils

Skills

1:1 Support

Phonics

KS1 curriculum knowledge

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3)

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is seeking a dedicated KS1 Teaching Assistant for a wonderful primary school in the PR5 Preston area. Start date October 2026; full-time, long-term position with a competitive daily rate.

The role concentrates on targeted support, including 1:1 reading, writing and early numeracy, small group phonics and maths boost sessions, classroom management, and social-emotional support to help pupils achieve their potential.