Phonics And Reading Support Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Rishton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Induction and training

Supportive team

Term-time only

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are recruiting a Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant for a mainstream Primary School in Preston, starting October 2026. The role is term-time, Monday to Friday, 8:40am–3:20pm, supporting EYFS and Year 1 pupils with early reading development.

You will deliver small-group and one-to-one phonics interventions, work closely with teachers and the school's phonics lead, and help pupils build confidence and fluency in reading within a nurturing, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• UK mainstream classroom experience essential.
• Strong knowledge of phonics and early reading development.
• Experience working with young children (EYFS/KS1).
• Calm, patient, nurturing approach to support learning and behaviour.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of all children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver targeted phonics interventions to EYFS and Year 1 using school schemes.
• Support individual and small groups to develop reading fluency and comprehension.
• Work with teaching staff to identify gaps and monitor pupil progress.
• Use questioning and modelling to engage and challenge learners.
• Maintain records of interventions and outcomes.

Skills

UK mainstream classroom experience

Phonics and reading development

Experience with EYFS/KS1

Patience and nurturing

Teamwork and independence

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Job Advert: Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Start Date: October 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 October 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

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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