Specialist Teaching Assistant - Phonics knowledge 2 at Hangleton Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/HPS/19799

Location

Dale View, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 8LF

Contract Type

Fixed Term

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£29,064.00 - £31,022.00 Annually (FTE)

Hours Per Week

22.5

Weeks Per Year

47.36

Fixed Term End Date

Tue 31st Aug, 2027

Closing Date

Midday, Tue 14th Jul, 2026

Start Date

1/9/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

w/c 13th July

Interview Date(s) w/c 13th July

About this Role

Compass Eko Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust formed on 1 April 2026 through the merger of The Compass Partnership of Schools (established 2017) and Eko Trust (established 2016).

The Trust comprises 28 schools across the Royal Borough of Greenwich, East London, Essex, Suffolk and Brighton, including primary, special and SEMH provision. We are a family of good and outstanding schools committed to strong outcomes for all children through high-quality teaching and a knowledge-rich curriculum.

Our schools operate within a clear educational framework, combining shared approaches to teaching and learning with each school’s local identity. To improve outcomes for children schools collaborate, share expertise and build on their strengths so that practice across the Trust benefits all pupils.

We are committed to inclusion in its fullest sense, ensuring every child, regardless of background or need, can succeed. Our shared vision supports children to become curious, enthusiastic, resilient and confident learners. As a civic trust, we play an active role in our communities, building strong partnerships while maintaining the distinct ethos of each school

Hangleton and Benfield are linked school and therefore you could be required to work at either school.

Overall Job purpose:

To work under the guidance of teaching / senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals / groups, in or out of the classroom with the focus on Phonics.., and will involve assisting the teacher in the whole planning cycle and the management / preparation of resources.

Staff may also supervise whole classes occasionally during the short-term absence of teachers. The primary focus will be to maintain good order and to keep pupils on task. They need to respond to questions and generally assist pupils to undertake set activities

Principal Duties and Responsibilities Support for the Pupils

Use specialist (curriculum / learning) skills / training / experience to support pupils

Assist with the development and implementation of IEPs

Key Responsibilities:

Use specialist (curriculum / learning) skills / training / experience to support pupils ( phonics)
IEP Implementation: Assist in the development and delivery of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans
Intervention Delivery: Work flexibly with colleagues to successfully deliver planned intervention programmes.
Cover for class teacher as necessary

What You Bring

We are seeking a candidate who balances professional skill with genuine heart. The ideal applicant will have:

Experience: Proven experience working with children of a relevant age, specifically those with significant needs and social/communication difficulties.
Qualifications: Completion Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant
Technical Knowledge: A solid understanding of the national curriculum, child development, and basic learning strategies (e.g., literacy and numeracy).
Adaptability: The ability to work constructively within a team while self-evaluating your own learning needs.
Essential Skills: Good numeracy/literacy skills and the ability to use ICT and other classroom technology effectively to support learning.