Learning Support Assistant - Phonics Focus

Oasis Academy Long Cross; West of England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and professional development

Welcoming school community

Job summary

Oasis Academy Long Cross is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to deliver targeted phonics interventions and support early reading across EYFS and KS1. The role is part-time, 9am–12pm, Monday to Friday during term time, within a friendly primary school team.

You will work with class teachers and the SENCo to reinforce phonics programmes, monitor progress, and provide feedback. The position focuses on building confidence in young readers and promoting positive behaviour for

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary school, ideally EYFS or KS1.
• Understanding of phonics and early reading development.
• Confident delivering interventions to small groups or 1:1.
• Patient, caring and encouraging approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Inclusion and high expectations for all learners.
• Training or experience with a recognised phonics programme would be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured phonics interventions in line with the school’s chosen phonics programme.
• Support pupils who require additional help to secure early reading and spelling skills.
• Reinforce classroom learning through targeted follow-up activities.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and promote positive behaviour for learning.
• Work as part of a collaborative and supportive school team.

Skills

Phonics knowledge

Reading support

Small group instruction

Patience and empathy

Teamwork

Inclusion

Tools

Phonics programme knowledge

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (LSA) – Phonics Interventions

Primary School | Term-time only

PART TIME HOURS - 9am-12pm MONDAY TO FRIDAY

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our friendly primary school team, with a particular focus on delivering high-quality phonics interventions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about early reading and supporting children to build strong foundations in literacy.

About the Role

Working closely with the class teachers and SENCo, you will support pupils across EYFS and KS1, delivering targeted phonics and early reading interventions to individuals and small groups. The role is ideal for someone who understands the importance of systematic phonics and enjoys helping children gain confidence and independence as readers.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured phonics interventions in line with the school’s chosen phonics programme
• Support pupils who require additional help to secure early reading and spelling skills
• Reinforce classroom learning through targeted follow-up activities
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to teaching staff
• Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and promote positive behaviour for learning
• Work as part of a collaborative and supportive school team

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Experience working with children in a primary school, ideally EYFS or KS1
• A good understanding of phonics and early reading development
• Confidence delivering interventions to small groups or 1:1
• A patient, caring and encouraging approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A commitment to inclusion and high expectations for all learners

Training or experience with a recognised phonics programme (e.g. Letters and Sounds or a DfE-approved scheme) would be an advantage, but is not essential.

We Offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• The chance to make a real difference to children’s learning outcomes
• A rewarding role within a committed and caring team

Safeguarding

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and appropriate pre-employment checks.