Teaching Assistant - Tradewind Recruitment : Job Details

Tradewind Recruitment Birmingham is looking for a skilled and dedicated Phonics Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our team working in a primary school in Selly Oak. As a Phonics Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and students to deliver effective phonics interventions and support students' literacy development. You will play a critical role in helping students build strong phonics skills, which are fundamental to their reading and writing abilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to plan and implement phonics lessons and activities that are aligned with curriculum standards and best practices.
• Provide small-group or one-on-one phonics instruction to students who need additional support or intervention, using evidence-based strategies.
• Assist with assessing and monitoring students' phonics skills through informal observations and formal assessments.
• Provide feedback to teachers and parents on students' progress in phonics and collaborate with the team to develop strategies to address individual student needs.
• Utilise instructional materials and resources effectively to engage students in phonics instruction, including manipulatives, technology, and other multi-sensory approaches.
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment where students feel supported and motivated to develop their phonics skills.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Level 2 or equivalent qualification in a related subject such as childcare, education or health and social care
• Previous experience in a teaching assistant or similar role
• The ability to work flexibly and adapt to different year groups and subjects
• A strong commitment to supporting the needs of all students, including those with SEN
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Demonstrated experience in delivering phonics instruction to students, preferably in a school or educational setting.

If you are passionate about helping students develop strong phonics skills and supporting their literacy development, we would love to hear from you!

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

About Tradewind:

We attract top educational talent and in return offer top rates of pay

We care more about your training and development than any other agency - we are partnered with the National College, and you will have access to over 2500 accredited courses!

Great referral scheme - recommend a friend and earn a brilliant bonus of up to £100!

Full interview preparation and assistance - so you're fully prepped and confident, increasing your chances of success

Online Portal for your timesheets and log your availability

Free social and networking events to get to know your peers and consultants.

Does this sound like a role for you? If so, we would love to hear from you. Alternatively, if this isn't quite the right fit but you would like to hear about some of our other vacancies across the West Midlands, please call the Birmingham office on , or email your CV to