Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Phonics & Early Learning

Aspire People; Lewes; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire People in Manchester and surrounding areas is actively seeking qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistants to support phonics and early learning across EYFS and KS1. The role centers on helping younger pupils develop essential reading and writing skills, and confidence.

Candidates should hold a recognised Level 2 TA or equivalent, have UK school experience within the last two years, and be patient and nurturing.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• UK-based school experience within the last two years is required.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children in EYFS/KS1 is desirable.
• Patient, encouraging and nurturing approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support phonics and early reading activities.
• Help pupils develop letter recognition and early literacy skills.
• Assist with basic numeracy and classroom activities.
• Provide individual and small-group support.
• Encourage confidence, communication and independence.
• Support play-based learning and classroom routines.
• Work closely with class teachers.

Skills

Phonics support

Early literacy

Small-group support

Classroom routines

Student engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 TA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Phonics & Early Learning

Manchester & Surrounding Areas | November 2026 Onwards | Primary Schools | Aspire People

Aspire People are looking for qualified Level 2 Teaching Assistants with recent primary school experience to support early learning across EYFS and KS1.

This opportunity is suited to candidates who enjoy helping younger pupils develop essential skills in phonics, reading, writing and early Maths.

The Role:

• Supporting phonics and early reading activities
• Helping pupils develop letter recognition and early literacy skills
• Assisting with basic numeracy and classroom activities
• Providing individual and small-group support
• Encouraging confidence, communication and independence
• Supporting play-based learning and classroom routines
• Working closely with class teachers

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised Level 2 Teaching Assistant, Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent relevant qualification
• Relevant UK-based school experience within the last two years
• Practical experience supporting primary-aged children
• Confidence supporting early learning activities
• A patient, encouraging and nurturing approach

Experience in EYFS, Reception, Year 1 or Year 2 is particularly desirable.

We are interested in candidates available for daily supply, part-time or longer-term work from November 2026 onwards.

If you have the right qualification and recent school experience, get in touch with Aspire People.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.