Phonics Support Teaching Assistant (Primary School)

Morecambe
Start Date: September 2026
Via Teaching Personnel

Teaching Personnel are working closely with a welcoming primary school in Morecambe who are looking for a caring and committed Phonics Support Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.

This is a lovely opportunity for someone who enjoys working with younger pupils and wants to play an important role in helping children build those all-important early reading skills—while also being part of a supportive classroom environment.

About the Role

This role will focus on supporting pupils with phonics and early literacy, helping them grow in confidence as readers and learners.

You will spend part of your time delivering small group and 1:1 phonics interventions, supporting children who need a little extra help to keep up or catch up. You’ll work closely with the class teacher to follow the school’s chosen phonics scheme and help monitor progress along the way.

Alongside this, you’ll also work as a general Classroom Teaching Assistant, which means you’ll be involved in day-to-day classroom life—supporting lessons, helping pupils stay engaged, and contributing to a calm, positive learning environment.

No two days will look exactly the same, which makes this a really rewarding and varied role.

What the School is Looking For

They’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children (school-based experience is ideal)
• Has an interest in phonics and early reading development
• Is patient, encouraging and approachable
• Enjoys building positive relationships with pupils
• Is happy to support across the classroom as well as in small groups

A Teaching Assistant qualification is beneficial, but not essential—attitude and enthusiasm are just as important.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to training and CPD opportunities
• Opportunities for longer-term or permanent roles

Interested?

If this sounds like something you’d enjoy and you’re keen to make a real difference in the classroom, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch with Teaching Personnel Preston for more information—we’re always happy to talk things through.