Phonics Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Phonics Teaching Assistant for a primary school in Salford. The role involves delivering Phonics sessions and supporting KS1 students, focusing on literacy skills and academic interventions. Benefits include ongoing professional development and a chance for a permanent contract after a successful temporary period.

Benefits

Certified CPD courses

Referral scheme

Interview preparation assistance

Online Portal for time sheets

Free social events

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years and KS1 is required.
• Proven track record of supporting pupils with academic interventions.
• Clear understanding of phonics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Phonics sessions to students in Early Years and KS1.
• Lead Intervention groups and support SEND students.
• Differentiate work according to academic levels.

Skills

Phonics experience

Language skills

Literacy skills

Engagement

Differentiation

Education

Primary School experience

Job description

Phonics Teaching Assistant - Salford

Are you and experienced Teaching Assistant who feels confident delivering Phonics sessions to students in Early Years and KS1?

This two-form entry Primary school require a Teaching Assistant to work with students in KS1 with strong experience in Phonics. Ideally you will have experience working with and using Jolly Phonics, Letter & Sounds and/or Read Write Inc. You will lead Intervention groups and work with SEND students so you may need a strong knowledge of the National Curriculum.

The school offer excellent specialist spaces for interventions to be delivered and have great leadership teams who respect work/life balance. To be considered for this position you must have a proven track record of supporting pupils in Early Years and KS1, including academic interventions in reading/writing or maths; have strong language and literacy skills; be able to engage pupils and differentiate work according to academic levels; and a clear understanding of phonics.

Details of the Role:

• 8:15-4:00
• Opportunity for a permanent contract after a temporary period of work
• Onsite parking and good transport links
• September 2025 start

To join us and be successful in this Teaching Assistant role, you will need to:

• Have Primary School and phonics experience
• Be subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• Provide a CV with employment/education history included. Employment breaks must be explained
• Have the legal right to work in the UK

The benefits of working your initial temporary period in the role through Tradewind include:

• We offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency, 25 to be exact! That's 18 more than our next nearest competitor!
• Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn up to 100
• Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success.
• Online Portal for your time sheets and to log your availability
• Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants

If this sounds like the perfect role for you:

Click 'Apply Now' to be considered for this Phonics Teaching Assistant position, located in Salford. For more information about the role, contact Stephen on (phone number removed) / (url removed)