KS1 Phonics Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £90.0 to £145.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | 90-145 a day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2025 |
| Location: | Oldbury, West Midlands, B69 3BU · |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4727122_1758635112 |
Summary
Teaching Assistant - KS1 Phonics Focus
Location: SandwellContract Type: Full-time or Part-time (flexible options available)Start Date: As soon as possibleSalary: Competitive, based on experience and qualificationsAre you passionate about early literacy and phonics? Do you thrive in a nurturing, inclusive environment where every child is celebrated for who they are?A vibrant and welcoming special school in Sandwell is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support the delivery of high-quality phonics sessions to small groups of KS1 pupils. The school caters to children with a range of additional needs and prides itself on its child-centred approach, strong team ethos, and commitment to professional development.
Your Role:
- Deliver engaging and structured phonics sessions to small groups of KS1 children, using systematic synthetic phonics approaches.
- Work closely with class teachers and the literacy lead to tailor interventions to individual learning needs.
- Support pupils in developing early reading and writing skills in a calm, encouraging environment.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school, including classroom support and outdoor learning.
What We're Looking For:
- Experience working with children in KS1, ideally within a special school or inclusive setting.
- Strong understanding of phonics programmes such as Read Write Inc., Letters and Sounds, or similar.
- A nurturing, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting children with diverse needs.
- Ideally Level 3 qualified, but candidates with strong phonics knowledge and relevant experience are warmly encouraged to apply.
- A team player who is eager to learn and grow professionally.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking staff team.
- Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Make a real difference in the lives of children who thrive with the right support.
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