Phonics/Reading Senior Teaching Assistant - Term Time

Pilgrims' Way Primary School , Canterbury

• Ref:KCC886-2098-290S
• Posted:23/09/2025
• Pay:Veritas Range 7 (KR7)
• Start Date:3rd November 2025
• App Close Date:07/10/2025 at 09:30
• Interviews:10th October 2025

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Phonics/Reading Senior Teaching Assistant

The post of for 30 hours per week (8:30 – 3:30 Monday to Friday) term time only.

Veritas Range 7 - £25,378 - £28,466 (£17,398 - £19,514.99 pro rata)

In this Senior Teaching Assistant role, you will be specialising in early reading intervention, providing targeted support to students struggling with reading and helping them to develop essential literacy skills. You will work closely with the school Teaching and Learning lead who will provide training and support in the delivery of this intervention. Phonics support is a crucial part of this role. Supporting students in Key Stage 1 and 2 to build confidence and make accelerated progress in reading and phonics.  Example responsibilities of a Reading/Phonics Senior Teaching Assistant are:

• Deliver targeted phonics intervention to pupils who need additional support in small groups and on a 1:1 basis where required
• Work closely with teachers to identify students' needs and tailor sessions accordingly. 
• Monitor and assess the progress of pupils and provide regular feedback to teachers and parents. 
• Create a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and confidence.
• Plan and prepare focus sessions. 
• Work alongside teachers within whole class phonics sessions to maximise learning for all.

Ideal applicants should: 

• Hold a minimum of a level 3 relevant qualification. 
• Have experience leading intervention sessions and an indepth understanding of phonics.
• Show an uplifting and positive role model to all children.

We are a very caring school with effective structures to support staff in their roles. We are looking for someone with a nurturing ethos who enjoys actively supporting children in their play and their learning. If you feel you have what it takes then we would love to hear from you.  

Please see separate VSTA Job Description for further details. 

Visits to the school are positively encouraged.  Please contact the school office on 01227 760084 or email: office@pilgrims-way.kent.sch.uk to arrange a visit. 

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 7th October 2025 at 9:30am with interviews on Friday 10th October 2025.

Pilgrims' Way Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references being received.

Information about the school

Our school has been part of the Veritas Multi Academy Trust since May 2018. Ofsted report September 2022 rates our school as GOOD with an OUTSTANDING Early Years. Our irresistible curriculum and inclusive ethos ensures that all children achieve their potential.

The school is situated in the beautiful city of Canterbury, benefitting from many excellent cultural opportunities. We have wonderful grounds, including a forest school. Learning outside the classroom is a school priority.

We are on an exciting journey to rebuild our school and are working with the Department for Education on a new build project. We will be moving into our new building in Dec 2025.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Anna Weston
• Address:Pilgrims' Way, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1XU
• Telephone: (01227) 760084
• Email: office@pilgrims-way.kent.sch.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Senior Teaching Assistant Job Description