Early Intervention Assistant

Early Reading Intervention Assistant – Darlington

Location:

Darlington (and surrounding areas)

Contract:

Full-time or part-time (term time only)

Start Date:

September 2026
Salary: £500-550 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 Darlington, 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.

Important Info

• This role is paid within the advertised pay scale. Your starting rate will be determined by your qualifications, relevant experience, and the requirements of the assignment.
• Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and compliance checks in line with the DfE’s Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance and APSCo standards.

• 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.