Early Intervention Assistant

Early Reading Intervention Assistant – Newcastle

Location: Newcastle (NE2), Tyne and Wear
Contract: Full-time or part-time (term time only)
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: £540-580 per week

Do you have a passion for early reading and phonics? Are you confident in delivering Read Write Inc. sessions and supporting young learners to reach their full potential? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Reading Intervention Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Newcastle, helping pupils develop essential early literacy skills.

As an Early Reading Intervention Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting children who need extra help to develop their phonics knowledge and reading confidence.

You will:

• Deliver targeted catch-up sessions using the Read Write Inc. Phonics programme.

• Support Year 1 pupils at risk of not meeting the expected standard in the Phonics Screening Check.

• Work with Year 2 pupils who are required to resit the phonics assessment.

• Track and record pupil progress, providing regular feedback to class teachers and the phonics lead.

• Create a positive, nurturing environment where every child feels motivated to succeed.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience delivering or supporting the Read Write Inc. phonics programme.

• A solid understanding of early reading development and phonics instruction.

• Experience working with KS1 pupils in small groups or one-to-one.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• A proactive, patient, and supportive approach to learning.

• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

A teaching assistant qualification (Level 2 or above) or equivalent experience is desirable.

• A supportive and inclusive school community.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a measurable difference to children’s reading outcomes.
• Competitive rates of pay and flexible working options.

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