Phonics And Reading Support Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Preston; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Induction and training

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant to join a Preston primary school from September 2026. The role runs term-time, Monday to Friday, 8:40am–3:20pm, with pay at £14.25 per hour, paid weekly.

You will deliver targeted phonics support across EYFS and Year 1 and work with the school phonics lead to help children become confident readers. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 TA qualification, have UK mainstream classroom experience, and be patient,

Qualifications

• Level 2 TA qualification (or equivalent).
• UK mainstream classroom experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of early phonics and reading development.
• Experience of working with young children, ideally in EYFS or KS1.
• Patience, positivity and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted phonics interventions to pupils in EYFS and Year 1 using school-approved schemes.
• Support individual and small groups of children to develop early reading fluency and comprehension.
• Work closely with teaching staff to identify gaps and monitor pupil progress.
• Use effective questioning and modelling to engage and challenge learners.
• Provide positive encouragement and feedback to help children grow in confidence.
• Maintain accurate records of interventions and outcomes.
• Contribute to a calm, purposeful and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Positivity

Nurturing approach

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Job Advert: Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:40am - 3:20pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: £14.25 per hour (paid weekly)

Are you passionate about early reading and phonics?
Do you have a talent for supporting young learners to grow in confidence and make progress?

A mainstream Primary School in Preston, is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2026. This is a term-time-only position, working across EYFS and Year 1 to support early reading development and help close gaps in learning.

About the Role:

This role focuses on delivering high-quality phonics and reading support through small-group and one-to-one interventions. You will work closely with class teachers and the school\'s phonics lead to help children build the foundations they need to become confident, fluent readers.

You\'ll be part of a nurturing and inclusive school environment, where every child\'s progress is celebrated and supported.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver targeted phonics interventions to pupils in EYFS and Year 1 using school-approved schemes
• Support individual and small groups of children to develop early reading fluency and comprehension
• Work closely with teaching staff to identify gaps and monitor pupil progress
• Use effective questioning and modelling to engage and challenge learners
• Provide positive encouragement and feedback to help children grow in confidence
• Maintain accurate records of interventions and outcomes
• Contribute to a calm, purposeful and inclusive learning environment

Essential Requirements:

• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• UK mainstream classroom experience is essential
• Strong understanding of early phonics and reading development
• Experience of working with young children, ideally in EYFS or KS1
• Patience, positivity and a nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children

We Offer:

• Weekly pay at a competitive hourly rate
• A supportive and welcoming team environment
• A full induction and opportunities for ongoing training
• The opportunity to make a real impact on children\'s early learning