Position: Teaching Assistant (Year 1 – RWI Focus)
Location: Wythenshawe
Pay Rate: £90–£110
Start date: 20 April 2026
Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant with experience supporting early reading? Do you have a strong understanding of Read Write Inc and a passion for helping young learners build confidence in phonics? If so, we would love to hear from you.
Cover People are recruiting an enthusiastic and supportive Teaching Assistant to work within a welcoming primary school in Wythenshawe, supporting a Year 1 class. Experience delivering or supporting Read Write Inc (RWI) is essential for this role.
As a Teaching Assistant, you will:
*Support the class teacher in delivering engaging Year 1 lessons, with a strong focus on phonics.
*Deliver and support Read Write Inc (RWI) sessions to small groups.
*Work with pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis to support early reading development.
*Help manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
*Act as a positive and encouraging role model for young learners.
Why choose Cover People?
Our consultants are friendly, supportive, and committed to finding the right role for you. We focus on what matters most and offer:
*Excellent pay rates.
*Choice between PAYE and Umbrella payment methods.
*Free CPD training, including behaviour management and safeguarding.
*’Refer a Friend’ scheme – earn up to £100 per referral.
*Ongoing support from both the school and your consultant.
How to Apply:
If you are ready for a new opportunity and have the relevant RWI experience, click apply today.
All candidates will be subject to standard safeguarding and employment checks, including an online interview and DBS clearance.
Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of the school for this vacancy.