Job Advert: Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant
Location: Preston
Start Date: September 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:40am – 3:20pm (Term Time Only)
Pay: £14.25 per hour (paid weekly)
Are you passionate about early reading and phonics?
Do you have a talent for supporting young learners to grow in confidence and make progress?
A mainstream Primary School in Preston, is looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic Phonics and Reading Support Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2026. This is a term-time-only position, working across EYFS and Year 1 to support early reading development and help close gaps in learning.
About the Role:
This role focuses on delivering high-quality phonics and reading support through small-group and one-to-one interventions. You will work closely with class teachers and the school’s phonics lead to help children build the foundations they need to become confident, fluent readers.
You’ll be part of a nurturing and inclusive school environment, where every child’s progress is celebrated and supported.
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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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