Teaching Assistant - Lexonics

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Teaching Assistant (Phonics/Lexonics Specialist)

Location: South East London

Job Type: Full-time | Term Time Only

Start Date: September Start

Join Our Team

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in South East London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping children develop confidence in reading and literacy through high-quality phonics intervention.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and the SEN team to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. A key part of the role will be delivering phonics and literacy interventions, including Lexonics and/or recognised phonics programmes.

Key Responsibilities

* Support pupils in the classroom and in small-group interventions.

* Deliver phonics sessions using Lexonics or a recognised phonics programme.

* Help children develop reading, spelling, and language skills.

* Work with pupils who require additional support, including those with SEND.

* Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.

* Create a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Requirements

* Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school.

* Experience delivering Lexonics interventions or recognised phonics programmes (Little Wandle, Read Write Inc., or equivalent).

* A strong understanding of early reading and literacy development.

* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

* A patient, nurturing, and proactive approach.

* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

We Offer

* Competitive daily pay.

* A supportive and friendly school environment.

* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

* The opportunity to make a real difference to children's learning and confidence

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