Literacy Support Assistant

Literacy Support Assistant

Location: Preston 

Position: Full-Time Literacy Support Assistant (KS1) 

Hours: 8:45 AM – 3:15 PM, Monday to Friday 

Pay Rate: £12.90 per hour 

Are you passionate about helping young learners develop strong literacy skills? Do you have a keen interest in supporting reading, writing, and phonics in Key Stage 1? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dedicated team as a Literacy Support Assistant at a welcoming Primary School in Preston.

Role Overview:

As a Literacy Support Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the literacy development of children in Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7). Working closely with class teachers, you will provide targeted assistance in reading, writing, and phonics to help students build a solid foundation in literacy. Your efforts will directly contribute to their confidence and academic progress.

Key Responsibilities:

-          Assist students in developing reading, writing, and phonics skills through one-on-one and small group sessions.

-          Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective literacy lessons.

-          Monitor and assess students’ progress, providing feedback and adjusting support strategies as needed.

-          Foster a positive and encouraging learning environment, helping students to achieve their full potential.

-          Collaborate with teachers and other support staff to ensure consistent and integrated literacy support across the curriculum.

Requirements:

-          Experience working with children, ideally within an educational setting.

-          A good understanding of literacy development in early years and Key Stage 1.

-          Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate young learners.

-          Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude towards helping children succeed.

-          Relevant qualifications or experience in education, teaching assistance, or child development are desirable.

Benefits:

-          Competitive hourly rate of £12.90.

-          A supportive and collaborative work environment.

-          Opportunity to make a real difference in children's educational journeys.

-          Full-time, stable position with consistent hours.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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