Year 2 Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – Phonics & Reading Support

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Royton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Year 2 Teaching Assistant (Level 2 Qualified) for a fixed-term role starting December 2026 in BL1. The role is full-time, term-time only, with a pay rate from £14.25 per hour.

The school is a warm, one-form entry primary environment focused on Year 2 learning and phonics support. The ideal candidate will hold Level 2 TA qualification, have KS1 experience, and be confident delivering phonics and early reading interventions while fostering a positive learning

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Experience within Key Stage 1.
• Good understanding of phonics and early literacy development.
• Confident leading small group interventions independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrate patience, enthusiasm and passion for supporting children's learning.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning within a Year 2 classroom.
• Work with small groups and individual pupils to help them achieve their potential.
• Deliver targeted interventions, particularly in phonics and early reading.
• Support children with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Lead small group activities and interventions independently when required.
• Help create a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.
• Work closely with the class teacher and wider school staff to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.

Skills

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

KS1 experience

Phonics

Early literacy

Interventions

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel Ltd. is seeking a Year 2 Teaching Assistant (Level 2 Qualified) for a fixed-term role starting December 2026 in BL1. The role is full-time, term-time only, with a pay rate from £14.25 per hour.

The school is a warm, one-form entry primary environment focused on Year 2 learning and phonics support. The ideal candidate will hold Level 2 TA qualification, have KS1 experience, and be confident delivering phonics and early reading interventions while fostering a positive learning