Phonics & Reading Support TA - Literacy Champion

Teaching Vacancies; Tetford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Flexible working

Wellbeing support

Pension schemes

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a skilled Teaching Assistant to join the team. You will support pupils with literacy and phonics, including refugees and pupils with SEN, EAL and speech needs, ensuring access to learning and helping each child reach their potential.

Working with the English Lead, you will implement Little Wandle phonics, monitor progress, and deliver targeted interventions, fostering a lifelong love of reading through classroom libraries and reading programmes.

Qualifications

• English and Maths qualifications to Level 2 (GCSE A-C) or equivalent.
• Teaching Assistant Qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of working in an education setting.
• Experience working with children of relevant age.
• Knowledge and understanding safeguarding regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both adults and children of all abilities.
• Flexible and able to cover a variety of classes and age groups as required.
• General understanding of National Curriculum and other base learning programmes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Confidence in using IT systems and software relevant to the role.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning, development and wellbeing to help every child thrive.
• Deliver targeted literacy and phonics support, including Little Wandle approach.
• Collaborate with the English Lead to monitor progress and interventions.
• Create a reading-friendly environment with access to a school library and reading programmes.

Skills

Communication skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Teamwork

IT literacy

Flexibility

Independent working

Curriculum understanding

Education

GCSE English and Maths Level 2 or equivalent

Teaching Assistant Qualification

Tools

IT systems

Job description

Teaching Vacancies is seeking a skilled Teaching Assistant to join the team. You will support pupils with literacy and phonics, including refugees and pupils with SEN, EAL and speech needs, ensuring access to learning and helping each child reach their potential.

Working with the English Lead, you will implement Little Wandle phonics, monitor progress, and deliver targeted interventions, fostering a lifelong love of reading through classroom libraries and reading programmes.