Start Date: After May Half Term (with continuation in September)
Contract: Full Time (Monday – Friday)
Location: Leyland
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Teaching Assistant to join a warm and welcoming primary school in Leyland. This is a full-time role supporting children across Key Stage 1, with a particular focus on speech and language development, phonics, and transition support for children entering EYFS in September.
Responsibilities:
* Support pupils across KS1 with their learning and communication needs
* Deliver targeted speech and language interventions in small groups or 1:1
* Confidently support and deliver phonics (preferably using a systematic synthetic phonics approach)
* Work alongside teachers and SEN staff to develop and adapt learning plans
* Be prepared to support in EYFS from September, helping new starters settle into school life
Minimum Requirements:
* Previous experience in a KS1 classroom is essential
* Strong knowledge and experience delivering phonics
* Experience or interest in speech and language interventions
* Comfortable and confident working within Early Years as needed
* Enthusiastic, nurturing, and flexible in your approach to support all learners
You’ll be joining a friendly and inclusive primary school with a strong commitment to pupil development and staff wellbeing.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you! Please apply with your CV and a short statement of interest. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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