Job description
Teaching Assistant – Tower Hamlets
Location: Tower Hamlets
Pay: £90 - £105 per day (depending on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Long-term, Full-time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm
We’re looking for a motivated and caring Teaching Assistant with phonics experience to join a supportive primary school in Tower Hamlets. If you enjoy helping young learners grow in confidence with their reading and literacy – this is the role for you!
What You’ll Be Doing as a Teaching Assistant:
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Support pupils with a range of learning needs, with a focus on phonics and early reading
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Lead group sessions using the Ruth Miskin Read Write Inc. phonics programme
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Help deliver targeted interventions to improve pupils’ phonics skills and reading progress
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Work alongside class teachers to support learning and track student progress
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Motivate pupils to build confidence and develop a love for reading
✅ What We’re Looking From a Teaching Assistant:
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Experience supporting SEN pupils or children with additional learning needs
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Experience using Read Write Inc. (preferred)
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Confident delivering small-group phonics interventions
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A patient, proactive, and resilient attitude
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An up-to-date CV covering the last 10 years (with any gaps explained)
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An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply for one)
Why Join This School in Tower Hamlets?
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Supportive staff and leadership team
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Great opportunities for professional development
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Modern facilities and excellent phonics resources
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Possibility of a permanent contract for the right person
Safeguarding Notice:
We take child protection seriously. All roles require full safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service.
Ready to Apply?
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