Teaching Assistant — Phonics & Reading Support

Bridgewater Primary; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgewater Primary in Salford is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to work alongside teachers to develop learning across the school. You will support phonics delivery, reading, and targeted interventions to raise attainment and aid pupils’ emotional development.

We offer a friendly, supportive staff team and strong opportunities for professional development. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 9 November 2026, and the post requires a fully enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering phonics and teaching reading.
• Ability to support colleagues and children.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to engage in professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside teachers to develop learning across the school.
• Support attainment and emotional development of pupils.
• Contribute to targeted interventions to raise achievement.

Skills

Phonics delivery

Reading support

Interventions

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Bridgewater Primary in Salford is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to work alongside teachers to develop learning across the school. You will support phonics delivery, reading, and targeted interventions to raise attainment and aid pupils’ emotional development.

We offer a friendly, supportive staff team and strong opportunities for professional development. Interviews are scheduled for the week commencing 9 November 2026, and the post requires a fully enhanced DBS check.