Phonics Group LSA

Job . ECC Position Type:
Teaching/Child Support Pay Range:
Scale 3, Band 2

Position

Start Date:

01/09/2026 Contract Type:
Part-time Contract Term:
Fixed

Application Close: 13/07/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews:
Wb 13th July

We are currently advertising three roles, and some could be worked by the same candidate if more hours are needed.

• Maths LSA, Mon
  - Fri, Year 2 10:00 - 11:00, Year 3 11:15 - 12:15, 10 HpW
• RWI Group LSA, Mon
  - Fri, 14:00 - 15:00, 5 HpW
• RWI Tutoring LSA, Thu
  - Fri, 8:45 - 11:00, 11:30 - 12:30, 13:30 - 14:00, 7.5 HpW

Qualifications not essential, but a grade C (grade
4) or above in English and Maths is essential.

As a Read Write Inc (RWI) Phonics Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with the phonics lead teacher and the wider staff team to support children's learning, wellbeing and development in phonics lessons. You will help create a calm, purposeful and joyful area where every child feels known, valued and able to succeed.

• Supporting children within a small-group setting
• Helping children with SEN needs to access learning and develop independence
• Supporting positive behaviour in line with our restorative approach
• Helping children develop confidence, resilience and emotional wellbeing
• Working collaboratively with teachers, leaders and external professionals
• Contributing to the wider life of our warm and busy school

• Kind, patient and genuinely child‑centred
• Able to build trusting relationships with children and adults
• Positive, proactive and willing to learn
• Calm, organised and able to follow routines
• Confident supporting learning under the direction of the class teacher
• Able to work as part of a team and use initiative when needed
• Committed to safeguarding, equality and high standards
• Experience in a school setting is helpful but not essential - we welcome applicants with the right values, attitude and willingness to grow.

• A warm, supportive and values‑driven staff team
• Children who are joyful, curious and full of potential
• A leadership team that prioritises wellbeing, clarity and professional growth
• Opportunities for training, development and CPD
• A school community that celebrates kindness, inclusion and high aspirations

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Dawn Verley
St Luke's Church Primary
66 Church Road, Tiptree
Essex, CO5 0SU

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