Teaching Assistant - Year 1 Phonics Focus

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant for a Year 1 class focused on phonics in Newham. The role is full-time and long-term, ideal for candidates with experience in a primary school setting, strong communication skills, and a commitment to child development. The position offers opportunities for career progression and a positive school environment.

Benefits

Potential for permanent contract

Modern school facilities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a primary school setting is essential.
• Confidence in delivering phonics lessons and interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and supportive approach to learning.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the delivery of engaging phonics lessons and activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group phonics interventions.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan learning strategies.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Year 1 Phonics Focus

Job Title: Teaching Assistant - Year 1 Phonics Focus

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Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Year 1 Phonics Focus
Location: Newham
Salary Range: £90 - £105 per day (Depending on experience)
Start time: ASAP, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Contract: Long-term, Full-time

Are you passionate about supporting young learners and confident in delivering phonics interventions? A lovely school in Newham needs a Year 1 Teaching Assistant, offering a long-term, full-time position starting in January 2025.

About the role:
As a Year 1 Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting phonics instruction and interventions, helping students build a strong foundation in literacy. You will work closely with the class teacher and other staff to ensure every child receives tailored support.

Responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant:

• Assist in the delivery of engaging phonics lessons and activities.
• Provide one-to-one and small group phonics interventions to support literacy development.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan and implement learning strategies.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment for students.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing feedback to the teacher.

Requirements of the Teaching Assistant:

• Previous experience working in a primary school setting is essential.
• Confidence in delivering phonics lessons and interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and supportive approach to learning.
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one).

By joining our team in Newham, you will have the chance to contribute to an engaging learning environment, helping students overcome challenges and celebrate successes. This is more than just a job—it's a chance to make a difference in every school day.

What We Offer:

• Potential to secure a permanent contract in the future.
• Opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped school.
• Join a supportive and friendly team in a lovely school environment.

If you are an enthusiastic and compassionate ‘Teaching Assistant’ ready to inspire and support students in their learning journey, we encourage you to apply and join our client school in Newham!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguardingand child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitmentchecks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service orcompleting an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive, and independent recruitment agency GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information or to register your interest in the ‘Teaching Assistant’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.