Reception Class Teaching Assistant — Phonics & SEN Support

Desian Education; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full holiday entitlement

Company pension scheme

Free training and ongoing professional

Job summary

Desian Education is supporting a highly regarded single-form entry primary school in Runcorn. They are seeking an experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join the Reception class on a full-time, long-term temporary basis.

You will work closely with the Reception class teacher to support learning, communication and early literacy, with a focus on phonics using Read Write Inc. You’ll also provide SEN support and assist with transitions to KS1 in a nurturing EYFS team.

Qualifications

• Must be Level 2 qualified Teaching Assistant.
• Experience in early years, particularly Reception.
• Good SEN experience and ability to differentiate learning.
• Ability to deliver phonics sessions using RWI.

Responsibilities

• Support the Reception class with day-to-day teaching and learning.
• Lead phonics sessions using Read Write Inc. (RWI).
• Deliver targeted small-group and 1:1 phonics interventions.
• Support pupils to develop communication and early literacy skills.
• Monitor progress and help pupils reach key milestones.
• Support pupils' transition into KS1.
• Provide tailored SEN support.
• Build pupils' confidence, independence and engagement.
• Collaborate with the class teacher and EYFS team.
• Create a positive, inclusive and nurturing classroom environment.

Skills

Phonics

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Tools

Read Write Inc.

Job description

Desian Education is supporting a highly regarded single-form entry primary school in Runcorn. They are seeking an experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join the Reception class on a full-time, long-term temporary basis.

You will work closely with the Reception class teacher to support learning, communication and early literacy, with a focus on phonics using Read Write Inc. You’ll also provide SEN support and assist with transitions to KS1 in a nurturing EYFS team.