Job Title: Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Full Time Location: B45 Area Start Date: After Half Term Contract: Full-time (5 days per week) Rate: £100 - £110 per day (dependent on experience) Monarch Education, part of Affinity Workforce, is working with a welcoming and supportive primary school in the B45 area to recruit an experienced Year 2 Teaching Assistant. This full-time role involves supporting pupils within the classroom, delivering small-group and 1:1 interventions, and assisting with daily teaching and learning routines. The school is seeking a confident, nurturing practitioner with strong experience in Read Write Inc (RWI) phonics, as this will form a key part of the support provided. You will work closely with the class teacher to ensure that children receive high-quality learning opportunities that meet their individual needs. The position is full-time, Monday-Friday, starting after half term and continuing until the end of the academic year. The Ideal Candidate Will: Have strong experience working in Year 2 or across KS1. Have practical experience delivering Read Write Inc (RWI) phonics, including leading small groups confidently. Be confident delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions to support learning, reading, phonics, and basic skills. Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Supporting Teaching & Learning, or an equivalent recognised childcare or education qualification. Work collaboratively with the class teacher to support whole-class learning, behaviour routines, and day-to-day classroom organisation. Support general Year 2 duties such as preparing resources, phonics and reading activities, and maintaining a calm, structured learning environment. Build warm, caring relationships with pupils and use positive behaviour management strategies consistently. Demonstrate strong communication skills, reliability, flexibility, and a child-centred approach. Benefits of Working with Monarch Education: Leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved CPD opportunities through our Affinity Academy Free Safeguarding training £200 Refer a Friend bonus (unlimited referrals) Access to our simple online payroll and timesheet portal To learn more about us, please visit our website: About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk) Important Information: All pay rates are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay. Monarch Education and Affinity Workforce Solutions are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to 2 references, an enhanced DBS check, and right-to-work checks. Only applicants currently residing in the UK and eligible to work in the UK can be considered. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, though your details will be kept on file for future vacancies.