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eTeach UK Limited; Cannock; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme

Free Eye Tests

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Redhill Primary School in Cannock is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to deliver Read Write Inc. phonics sessions and support KS1 pupils. You will work closely with classroom teachers to foster an inclusive learning environment and track pupil progress.

The role requires proven phonics delivery skills, experience with KS1, and strong communication and organisation. A proactive, patient approach will help create a nurturing atmosphere that encourages reading, writing and numeracy

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering Read Write Inc. phonics effectively.
• Experience supporting KS1 children, including those with varying learning needs.
• Strong communication and organisational skills; works well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Read Write Inc. phonics sessions in small groups and one-to-one settings.
• Provide tailored support to KS1 children to raise attainment in reading, writing, and early numeracy.
• Collaborate with class teachers to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Assist in tracking pupil progress and adapt support strategies accordingly.
• Foster a positive, nurturing atmosphere that promotes resilience and a love of learning.

Skills

Phonics delivery

KS1 support

Team player

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive and patient

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Read Write Inc. phonics sessions in small groups and one-to‑one settings.
• Provide tailored support to KS1 children, helping to raise attainment in reading, writing, and early numeracy.
• Work collaboratively with class teachers to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Assist in tracking pupil progress and adapting support strategies accordingly.
• Foster a positive, nurturing atmosphere that promotes resilience and a love of learning.

We’re looking for someone who

• Has a proven track record of delivering Read Write Inc. phonics effectively.
• Brings experience supporting KS1 children, especially those with varying learning needs.
• Is a team player with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Is proactive, patient, and passionate about making a difference.

Redhill Primary School, a vibrant primary school committed to nurturing confident, curious, and capable learners. Redhill is a newly built one form entry primary school on the edge of Cannock Chase in Staffordshire and has acculture of ambition, high expectation and aspiration academically and in social behaviours of both staff and students. Redhill is a cooperative school which has values and an inclusive culture woven throughout its curriculum and daily routines. This culture embraces safeguarding, personal development and welfare along with an engagement and commitment from all the school staff to do the very best it can for individuals.

Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power to transform a life.

Whether you’re supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you will be part of something truly meaningful. Our values—opportunity, integrity, community, and equity—guide everything we do. Our vision is "Opening doors to the world through the power of learning." We bring this to life through our mission: working together to inspire communities where every school is valued, every voice matters, and every learner thrives.

We are a dynamic and growing family of primary, secondary, and special schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their development through high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent development programmes, and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals. We champion wellbeing, value every voice, and foster a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make will join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and a strong professional community drive success. Every academy within our Trust has an equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital role in shaping tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build brighter futures. If you have the passion, dedication, and drive to help shape lives and create futures filled with promise, we would love you to join our team. Together, let’s make the remarkable happen.

We believe every child has the potential to be extraordinary. Every child deserves an exceptional primary education. At Shaw Education Trust, we believe the primary years are where confidence grows, curiosity begins and a lifelong love of learning is nurtured. Across our family of primary schools, we are committed to creating welcoming, inclusive environments where every child is known, valued and encouraged to achieve their very best.

Our curriculum is designed to inspire children to become confident readers, effective communicators, curious learners and resilient young people. From the earliest stages of education through to the transition into secondary school, we provide engaging learning experiences that help every child develop the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to thrive. Through our Trust-wide Digital Strategy, we also embrace technology to enrich teaching and learning, preparing pupils for an increasingly digital future. We know that every child is unique, that's why inclusion sits at the heart of everything we do. Through high expectations, thoughtful support and a genuine sense of belonging, we create opportunities for every pupil to succeed, whatever their starting point or individual needs. Alongside academic achievement, we place great importance on personal development. We want our pupils to leave our schools with confidence, resilience, creativity and strong character. A wide range of enrichment opportunities and memorable experiences help children discover new interests, build aspirations and develop the skills they need for life beyond the classroom.

As part of Shaw Education Trust, you will join a community of schools that values collaboration, professional growth and continuous improvement. While each of our primary schools has its own unique character, we are united by a shared purpose, providing the very best education for every child and creating places where both pupils and colleagues can flourish.

Benefits

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support
• Support Staff only based on working full time,
• all year - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of
• employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years’
• service including Bank Holidays)
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: Enjoy
• health services designed to support your well-being.
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support
• and Teaching), Exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection of
• discounts and exclusive offers from hundreds of the biggest brands.
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of
• Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and
• flourish in your role and in the Trust.
• We
• know our people are the key to our success and so we’re committed to
• ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a rewarding
• one. Colleagues
• within the Trust benefit from: Access to a full range of courses both
• in-house and professionally accredited. These courses include a variety of the
• National Professional Qualifications and the Early Carer Teacher Programme
• delivered by Shaw Education Trust as a delivery partner for Ambition
• Institute. Experienced
• leadership and subject-specific support. Guidance
• from former HMIs and serving Ofsted Inspectors within the Trust. Access
• to the Trust’s Institute of Education and SCITT. Opportunities
• to work with different schools within the Trust as a Professional Advocate. Participating
• to a suite of online courses.Placement
• projects within our family of schools.

Salary

Actual Salary: £19,283 - £19,898