Job Description

Teaching Assistant - General Cover (Phonics & Reading Interventions)

Tradewind Education | Kings Cross | Full-Time

Tradewind Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a primary school near Kings Cross. This is a full-time role (Monday-Friday, 8:30-3:30), providing general classroom support and delivering targeted interventions in phonics and reading.

The role:
You will support teaching staff in the classroom, help children access learning, and deliver small-group or 1:1 interventions to improve literacy outcomes.

Key responsibilities:

  • Assist in classroom management and daily learning activities

  • Deliver phonics and reading interventions to individuals or small groups

  • Support pupils' learning, engagement, and development

  • Work closely with teachers to implement lesson plans and school strategies

  • Maintain records of progress and contribute to assessments

Requirements:

  • Experience working in primary schools (classroom or intervention support)

  • Knowledge of phonics programs (e.g., Read Write Inc.) and reading interventions

  • A patient, proactive, and supportive approach

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • DBS on the Update Service, or willing to apply (Tradewind will refund the DBS fee after 20 days of work)

What Tradewind Education offers:

  • Full-time, long-term placement

  • Competitive daily rate

  • Support from a dedicated consultant

  • Opportunity to make a real difference to pupils' literacy and learning

📍 Location: Kings Cross
🕘 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30-3:30
🏫 Setting: Primary School

If you are passionate about supporting children with their reading and phonics development, this is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive primary school environment.