Learning Support Assistant - Phonics Focus

Oasis Community Learning; West of England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Community Learning’s Oasis Academy Long Cross is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to deliver phonics interventions in a primary setting during term-time mornings.

You will support EYFS/KS1 pupils 1:1 or in small groups, under supervision of teaching staff and the SENCo, helping children build confidence in reading and early literacy.

This part-time role offers a supportive team, opportunities for training, and a focus on structured phonics delivery and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in a primary school (EYFS/KS1)
• Solid understanding of phonics and early reading
• Ability to deliver 1:1 or small-group interventions
• Patient, caring and encouraging approach
• Strong communication and teamwork
• Commitment to inclusion and high expectations for learners

Responsibilities

• Deliver phonics interventions aligned to the school's programme
• Support pupils to develop early reading and spelling skills
• Reinforce learning with targeted follow-up activities
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teachers
• Support pupils’ wellbeing and maintain positive behaviour for learning
• Collaborate with teachers and SENCo as part of a school team

Skills

Phonics interventions

Reading support

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Letters and Sounds

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.

Oasis Community Learning does not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative introductions from recruitment agencies. We work strictly with agencies on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL), and any CVs submitted outside of this agreement will not be liable to an introduction fee.

Oasis Academy Long Cross is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this committment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this committment. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, along with other relevant employment checks.