Literacy Teaching Assistant

EDEX; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking enthusiastic graduates for a Literacy Teaching Assistant role in a primary school in Waltham Forest. The position offers a chance to work closely with students struggling with literacy, providing crucial 1:1 support while fostering educational growth in a supportive environment. Starting September 2025, this full-time role includes daily catch-up sessions and provides excellent training opportunities for aspiring teachers.

Benefits

Training opportunities (CPD)

Supportive educational environment

Full-time role with weekly pay

Qualifications

• 1st Class or 2:1 Degree required.
• Experience supporting children in various capacities, preferably in education.
• Commitment to enhancing children's learning outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading catch-up sessions directed by the Reading Lead.
• Conduct 1:1 and small group work in and out of the classroom.
• Support students with SEN/Additional Needs.

Skills

Passion for supporting students

Confidence in leading catch-up sessions

Experience with Phonics

Education

1st Class or 2:1 Degree

Strong set of A-Levels

Job description

Literacy Teaching Assistant

Q - Are you an English graduate with a 1st Class / 2:1 Degree looking for an exciting new opportunity to support students 1:1 and in group settings?

Q - Are you passionate about supporting students who struggle with Literacy and Reading?

EdEx are working with an outstanding Waltham Forest based Primary School are looking for enthusiastic graduates with strong academics and a passion for education to join as a Literacy Teaching Assistant for the entire academic year, starting in September 2025 through till July 2026.

These roles are specifically designed to target and support students within Reading, Literacy (English) and Phonics. You will be responsible for assessing pupils' phonics and delivering catch-up interventions across Reception to Year 6. The team is currently 3 strong, so you will have support and experience around you.

EdEx have placed over 700 graduates into school-based roles in the last 2 years, who then go onto an array of careers, this school are one of our closest clients and genuinely value their staff. They will train you and support you, with plenty of opportunities for growth within the school and wider trust of schools.

If this Literacy Teaching Assistant role sounds like the ideal position for you, please read on to find out more!

Literacy Teaching Assistant - What will you do day to day?

• Helping to lead catch up sessions as directed by the Reading Lead
• Scribe work for students that struggle with the pace of lessons
• 1:1 and small group work in and out of the classroom
• Liaison with teachers to support breaking down barriers to learning
• Supervising and supporting identified children with SEN / Additional Needs in 1:1, group or whole class situations ensuring their safety and access to learning in a purposeful and supportive learning environment
• Run and support phonics sessions and catch-up interventions for pupils across Reception to Year 6

Literacy Teaching Assistant - Ideal Candidate

• 1stClass or 2:1 Degree and a strong set of A-Levels
• A passion for supporting students in Primary Education
• Perfect for aspiring Primary Teachers (Teacher Training Opportunity in September 2025)
• Confident and comfortable leading catch-up sessions in a variety of subjects
• Previous experience supporting children; if this is in a school based setting then even better!
• This can also include; Tutoring, Babysitting, Summer Camps, Support Work, Voluntary SEN Work and anything else children related!
• Some experience with Phonics (ideally Little Wandle or if not Read Write Inc) would be amazing - but not essential
• Committed to supporting children to achieve the best possible results they can

Literacy Teaching Assistant - Further Details about the role

• Literacy Teaching Assistant
• Role starting September 2025 - Long Term - Full Time (5 days per week, Monday - Friday)
• 105 - 115 per day - paid weekly!
• Working School Hours, typically 8:30am - 4:00pm
• Located in the Borough of Waltham Forest
• Fantastic SEN Provisions and Training Opportunities (CPD)
• Outstanding OFSTED Graded School

If this Literacy Teaching Assistant vacancy sounds like something that could benefit your long-term career plans, then apply to today, via the job board / website you've seen it on. Ideally with your updated CV attached.

Your personal consultant (James) will then be in touch from EdEx to discuss the role in more detail, if you're shortlisted for the role. Contact is typically made within 24 hours if shortlisted.

We look forward to receiving your application and good luck!

Literacy Teaching Assistant

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