At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils in phonics and assist teachers with planning and resources.
- Company: A friendly school with a supportive team environment.
- Benefits: Employee discounts, flexible working options, and access to private health services.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's learning and development.
- Qualifications: Experience with children, especially those with special needs, and a Teaching Assistant qualification.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Overall Job purpose: To work under the guidance of teaching / senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals / groups, in or out of the classroom with the focus on Phonics. This will involve assisting the teacher in the whole planning cycle and the management / preparation of resources. Staff may also supervise whole classes occasionally during the short-term absence of teachers. The primary focus will be to maintain good order and to keep pupils on task. They need to respond to questions and generally assist pupils to undertake set activities.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Support for the Pupils: Use specialist (curriculum / learning) skills / training / experience to support pupils.
- Assist with the development and implementation of IEPs.
Key Responsibilities
- Use specialist (curriculum / learning) skills / training / experience to support pupils (phonics).
- IEP Implementation: Assist in the development and delivery of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans.
- Intervention Delivery: Work flexibly with colleagues to successfully deliver planned intervention programmes.
- Cover for class teacher as necessary.
What You Bring
- Experience: Proven experience working with children of a relevant age, specifically those with significant needs and social/communication difficulties.
- Qualifications: Completion of Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant.
- Technical Knowledge: A solid understanding of the national curriculum, child development, and basic learning strategies (e.g., literacy and numeracy).
- Adaptability: The ability to work constructively within a team while self‑evaluating your own learning needs.
- Essential Skills: Good numeracy/literacy skills and the ability to use ICT and other classroom technology effectively to support learning.
Our school can offer:
- Supportive and friendly staff who work together as a team.
- Employee benefits scheme offering great discounts from a range of brands.
- Salary sacrifice schemes such as Cycle to Work.
- Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 access to a confidential employee helpline staffed by trained counsellors.
- Access to private GP services, counselling, financial wellbeing advice, physiotherapy, and other specialist services.
- Family-friendly policies and options for flexible working.
Specialist Teaching Assistant - Phonics knowledge 2 employer: Hangleton Primary School
Our school is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment where staff work together as a team to enhance the learning experience for pupils. With access to a range of employee benefits, including discounts, flexible working options, and comprehensive wellbeing support, we prioritise the growth and development of our staff while ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's lives through dedicated phonics education.
