Phonics Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Phonics Teaching Assistant for a two-form entry Primary school in Salford. The role involves delivering phonics sessions to Early Years and KS1 students, leading interventions, and supporting pupils with specific educational needs. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong engagement skills and a history of supporting literacy and language development in young learners.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Good transport links

Certified CPD courses

Referral scheme

Online time sheets

Social and networking events

Qualifications

• Proven track record supporting pupils in Early Years and KS1.
• Strong knowledge of phonics, especially Jolly Phonics, Letter & Sounds, and Read Write Inc.
• Experience with SEND students and academic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver phonics sessions to Early Years and KS1 students.
• Lead intervention groups and work with SEND students.
• Differentiate work according to academic levels.

Skills

Phonics

Language and Literacy Skills

Engagement Techniques

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)