Year 1 Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - Phonics & Reading

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Millbrook Primary School & Nursery is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant on maternity cover to join the Year 1 team. The role focuses on supporting early reading skills, phonics development, and smooth transition from Early Years to Key Stage 1.

You will work under the guidance of the class teacher, providing targeted literacy and numeracy support, and helping maintain an inclusive, caring classroom environment. A DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Has a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above.
• Experience supporting primary-aged children is desirable.
• Understanding of early reading, phonics, and Read Write Inc (RWI) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality teaching and learning within the Year 1 curriculum.
• Provide targeted phonics support through small group and individual interventions.
• Assist in delivering Read Write Inc (RWI) phonics sessions.
• Help children develop foundational skills in reading, writing and mathematics.
• Promote confidence, wellbeing and engagement in learning.
• Observe and provide feedback on progress to the class teacher.
• Support pupils with differing needs to access the curriculum.
• Maintain a safe, positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Contribute to wider school life and collaborate with colleagues and families.

Skills

Level 2 TA qualification

Phonics support

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE English & Maths (C/4)

Job description

Millbrook Primary School & Nursery is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant on maternity cover to join the Year 1 team. The role focuses on supporting early reading skills, phonics development, and smooth transition from Early Years to Key Stage 1.

You will work under the guidance of the class teacher, providing targeted literacy and numeracy support, and helping maintain an inclusive, caring classroom environment. A DBS check is required.