Teaching Assistant: KS1 Phonics & SEND (Term Time)

St Leonard's Primary School; Stafford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St Leonard’s Primary School in Stafford is inviting an energetic teaching assistant to join our Key Stage One and Two teams on a permanent basis from January 4th, 2027. The role is term-time plus 5 INSET days, with hours 8:30am to 1:00pm over five days, and a salary of £26,427 FTE (£13,884 based on 37 weeks).

The successful candidate will deliver daily phonics in Key Stage One, support learning across the school, and assist with targeted interventions.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 or above qualification, suitable for EYFS.
• Experience of working with children with SEND.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Energetic and passionate about working with children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily phonics sessions in Key Stage One.
• Support children with their learning across the school.
• Support running of targeted interventions.
• Be prepared to participate in all aspects of St. Leonard’s school life.

Skills

Phonics delivery

Teamworking

Positive attitude

SEND experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (EYFS)

Job description

St Leonard’s Primary School in Stafford is inviting an energetic teaching assistant to join our Key Stage One and Two teams on a permanent basis from January 4th, 2027. The role is term-time plus 5 INSET days, with hours 8:30am to 1:00pm over five days, and a salary of £26,427 FTE (£13,884 based on 37 weeks).

The successful candidate will deliver daily phonics in Key Stage One, support learning across the school, and assist with targeted interventions.