Phonics Lead Teaching Assistant - Westminster

Tradewind Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in North West London is seeking a dedicated Phonics Lead Teaching Assistant to improve early reading outcomes. This role involves leading phonics interventions, supporting teachers, and being part of a vibrant educational community known for its commitment to literacy and pupil progress.

Benefits

Access to high-quality training

Exceptional support for TAs

Clear route into HLTA or teacher training

Qualifications

• Experience delivering phonics in a school setting.
• Familiarity with phonics schemes like Little Wandle, Read Write Inc, Letters and Sounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily phonics interventions across EYFS and Key Stage 1.
• Support class teachers in delivering phonics sessions.
• Track pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Passion for early reading

Job description

September 2025

Brent, North West London

Phonics Lead Teaching Assistant

SANZA are working with one of the highest-achieving primary schools in North West London to recruit a dedicated and skilled Phonics Lead Teaching Assistant.

This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in improving early reading outcomes and developing a love of language in a school known for exceptional progress, creativity, and innovation.

The role:

• Lead daily phonics interventions across EYFS and Key Stage 1
• Support class teachers in delivering phonics sessions using the school's validated scheme
• Track pupil progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly
• Model outstanding phonics teaching and share best practice with colleagues
• Support guided reading sessions, individual readers, and small group work
• Be an integral part of the school's early literacy strategy

The school:

• A large and inclusive primary school with an Outstanding Ofsted
• Among the top-performing schools in the borough and nationally
• Rich, multicultural community with a strong emphasis on reading for pleasure
• Well-resourced phonics provision with access to high-quality training
• Exceptional support for TAs, with a clear route into HLTA or teacher training

Candidate requirements:

• Experience delivering phonics in a school setting
• Familiarity with a phonics scheme (e.g. Little Wandle, Read Write Inc, Letters and Sounds)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Passionate about early reading and pupil progress

To apply or find out more, please contact Paige Ferro, our North West London Specialist, at SANZA.