Phonics Teacher Assistant – Coventry – September 2023

Job Title: Phonics Teaching Assistant

Location: Coventry

Company: Twenty4Seven Education:

The School: At Twenty4Seven Education we are currently working with a dynamic and forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. They believe that a strong foundation in phonics is crucial to developing lifelong literacy skills. To support their commitment to excellence in education, they are seeking a passionate and experienced Phonics Teaching Assistant to join the team.

Position Overview: As a Phonics Teaching Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in helping students develop strong reading and writing skills through the effective teaching of phonics. You will work closely with a dedicated teaching staff to provide targeted support to students, ensuring they gain confidence in phonics and literacy. Your enthusiasm, creativity, and experience will be invaluable in fostering a love of reading and writing in our students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning and delivery of phonics lessons.
• Work with small groups or individual students to provide tailored phonics instruction.
• Assess students’ phonics skills and track their progress.
• Create engaging and interactive phonics activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to develop and adapt phonics materials.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Provide feedback and support to students to help them overcome phonics challenges.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.
• Qualifications:
• Previous experience as a Phonics Teaching Assistant or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of phonics principles and teaching methods.
• A passion for working with children and helping them develop literacy skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• Relevant qualifications in education or a related field (preferred but not required).