Phonics Specialist – Primary School | City of London

Role: Phonics Specialist
Salary: £450-£500 PW
Location: City of London
Contract Type: Full-time, 1-Year contract
Start Date: September 2025 (or as soon as possible)

Are you passionate about early literacy and phonics? Do you have a proven track record of raising reading outcomes in the Early Years and Key Stage 1? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We are a vibrant, inclusive and high-achieving primary school in the heart of City of London, seeking an experienced and dedicated Phonics Specialist to join our committed team. You will play a central role in delivering high-quality phonics provision and supporting staff to raise attainment in early reading.

Phonics Specialist | What we’re looking for:

• A passionate teacher or leader with a strong understanding of systematic synthetic phonics (e.g. Read Write Inc, Little Wandle or Letters and Sounds).
• Proven experience of improving reading outcomes, particularly in EYFS and KS1.
• A commitment to inclusive practice and narrowing the attainment gap.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills, able to support and train colleagues effectively.
• High expectations for every child, with a belief that all children can succeed.

Phonics Specialist | Your role will include:

• Leading the planning, delivery and assessment of phonics across the school.
• Supporting and coaching staff in effective phonics teaching strategies.
• Monitoring progress and working closely with the English Lead and SLT.
• Organising and leading parent workshops and interventions as needed.

Phonics Specialist | We offer:

• A warm, welcoming and diverse school community.
• A strong leadership team who prioritise staff development and wellbeing.
• Excellent CPD opportunities and potential for career progression.
• Well-resourced classrooms and a supportive teaching team.

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Phonics Specialist – Primary School | City of London | INDCB