Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Level 3 Teaching Assistant – Reception (Phonics Focus)

Location: M26

Job Type: Full-time | 8:30am–3:30pm

Start Date: September

Contract: Full Academic Year

Do you have extensive experience supporting early readers and a passion for phonics?

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a welcoming primary school in the M26 area to recruit an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support children in Reception, with a strong focus on phonics intervention using the Read Write Inc scheme.

This role is ideal for a confident, knowledgeable EYFS practitioner who is enthusiastic about early reading and eager to make a meaningful, long-term impact on pupils at the very start of their learning journey.

About the School

The school is a friendly, supportive setting with a strong emphasis on early reading and language development. Staff work collaboratively to ensure children receive high-quality phonics teaching and targeted intervention where needed.

The Role Will Involve:

• Supporting the delivery of Read Write Inc phonics sessions, ensuring fidelity to the programme
• Leading small group and one-to-one phonics interventions to support early readers
• Working closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO to support progress and close learning gaps
• Supporting children during Continuous Provision, with a particular focus on communication and language
• Assisting with assessment, tracking, and recording phonics progress
• Creating a calm, nurturing and structured environment that supports learning

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or Teaching Assistance
• Extensive experience in EYFS, particularly in Reception
• Strong, hands-on experience delivering Read Write Inc phonics
• Confidence leading groups independently and adapting support to individual needs
• A proactive, reliable, and flexible approach to the school day
• Excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for early literacy
• A current DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive daily pay rates
• Free CPD, including phonics and SEND training
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
• Access to long-term and permanent opportunities

If you’re an experienced Level 3 TA with a strong phonics background and are looking for a September start in a supportive M26 school, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV attached.

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.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Morpeth

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

Between £93.00 and £100.00 Per Hour

Published at

11-05-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English