Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant (Phonics Specialist)
Location: Harrow, London
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Passionate About Early Reading? Join Our Team!
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming and successful primary school in Harrow from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who has a strong understanding of phonics and a passion for helping young learners develop confidence and success in reading and writing.
Working closely with class teachers and the English Lead, you will play a key role in supporting pupils across Key Stage 1, delivering targeted interventions and helping children achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support teaching and learning within Key Stage 1 classrooms.
- Deliver high-quality phonics sessions and interventions.
- Provide targeted support for pupils requiring additional help with early reading and writing skills.
- Assist with pupil assessments and progress monitoring.
- Support the implementation of the school's chosen phonics programme.
- Promote a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
The Successful Candidate Will Have:
- Previous experience working within a primary school setting.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of systematic synthetic phonics.
- Experience delivering phonics interventions and supporting early literacy development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A patient, nurturing and positive approach to supporting children.
- A commitment to raising achievement and ensuring every child succeeds.
We Offer:
- A friendly and supportive staff team.
- Enthusiastic pupils who enjoy learning.
- High-quality professional development opportunities.
- A well-resourced learning environment.
- A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and career progression.
If you are passionate about helping children become confident readers and want to make a lasting impact on their educational journey, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of our thriving school community from September 2026.