Phonics Focus LSA: Early Reading Support (Part-Time)

School 21; West of England; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Long Cross in Bristol seeks a Learning Support Assistant with a focus on phonics interventions. You will deliver targeted phonics support to pupils across EYFS/KS1, working closely with teachers to build reading confidence.

The role is part-time, term-time only, and involves 9am–12pm sessions Monday to Friday. Experience with phonics programmes is preferred, but training may be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a primary school, ideally EYFS or KS1.
• Good understanding of phonics and early reading development.
• Confidence delivering interventions to small groups or 1:1.
• Commitment to inclusion and high expectations for learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured phonics interventions aligned with the school's phonics programme.
• Support pupils who need help securing early reading and spelling skills.
• Reinforce classroom learning with targeted follow-up activities.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Support pupils' wellbeing and behaviour for learning.

Skills

Phonics delivery

Early reading support

Small group / 1:1 interventions

Teamwork

Education

Experience in primary school (EYFS/KS1)

Tools

Letters and Sounds

Job description

Oasis Academy Long Cross in Bristol seeks a Learning Support Assistant with a focus on phonics interventions. You will deliver targeted phonics support to pupils across EYFS/KS1, working closely with teachers to build reading confidence.

The role is part-time, term-time only, and involves 9am–12pm sessions Monday to Friday. Experience with phonics programmes is preferred, but training may be provided.