Teaching Assistant

We are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work in a First School based in Wychbold. This Teaching Assistant role will involve working within a Year 1 class, supporting the class teacher with general classroom activities and helping to create a positive, engaging, and supportive learning environment.

The role will involve providing general classroom support, leading small phonics groups, and delivering targeted interventions to help pupils develop their early reading, writing, and literacy skills. The school is looking for an experienced and confident Teaching Assistant who has previous experience leading phonics sessions and supporting targeted interventions to help pupils make progress.

This role is full-time and ongoing, starting after the half-term break. The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a primary school setting, particularly supporting Year 1 pupils with phonics, early literacy, and small-group interventions.

As a Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the class teacher with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons.

• Providing general classroom support to pupils across the Year 1 class.

• Leading small phonics groups to develop pupils' early reading and phonics skills.

• Delivering targeted interventions to support pupils who require additional help with their learning.

• Using appropriate phonics strategies to help pupils recognise sounds, blend words, and develop reading fluency.

• Supporting pupils with early literacy, writing, and numeracy activities.

• Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning and support pupil progress.

• Adapting activities and resources to meet pupils' individual learning needs.

• Helping pupils develop confidence, independence, and positive attitudes towards learning.

• Supporting pupils who may be working below age-related expectations and require additional guidance.

• Monitoring pupils' engagement and progress during phonics sessions and interventions.

• Providing encouragement and constructive feedback to help pupils develop their skills.

• Developing positive relationships with pupils and creating a safe, nurturing classroom environment.

• Supporting positive behaviour and maintaining a calm and productive learning environment.

• Working closely with the class teacher to identify pupils who may benefit from additional support.

• Helping pupils remain focused and engaged during lessons and independent activities.

• Supporting classroom routines, transitions, and activities throughout the school day.

To be successful in this Teaching Assistant role, you will need:

• Previous experience working within a Primary School or First School setting.

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar education-based role.

• Essential experience leading small-group phonics sessions and delivering targeted interventions.

• A good understanding of phonics teaching and early reading development.

• Experience supporting Year 1 pupils would be highly desirable.

• The ability to confidently lead small groups and deliver structured learning activities.

• A good understanding of how to support children developing early literacy and numeracy skills.

• The ability to adapt activities and resources to meet pupils' individual learning needs.

• A patient, nurturing, and positive approach to supporting children's learning.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.

• Confidence supporting pupils who require additional help to access the curriculum.

• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to maintain pupils' engagement.

• A flexible and proactive approach to supporting the class teacher.

• The ability to work effectively as part of a classroom team.

• A strong commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

• A DBS on the update service, or issued within the last 12 months.

• A minimum of two excellent references.

Working as a Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:

• Competitive Salary of £92.56 to £100 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications.

• Holiday Pay – PAYE candidates accrue 12.07% of their day rate.

• Pension Contributions.

• Free, comprehensive safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules on legislation, FGM, and abuse.

• A refer-a-friend bonus scheme.

• Ongoing support throughout the registration process and during your placement.

• Regular contact from your dedicated Flourish Education consultant.

This school is based in Wychbold and is accessible by public transport from surrounding areas.

If you are a Teaching Assistant interested in this role, please apply now or call Miah today for more information. We look forward to hearing from you.

Legal:
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.





























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