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Literacy Intervention Specialist

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Manchester
Date posted : 29/08/24
  1. Full Time
£1.6k - 1.9k per month

Job description

About Us:

Teaching Personnel is a leading education recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented educators with schools across the UK. We are currently seeking a passionate and skilled Literacy Intervention Specialist to join a vibrant secondary school in South Manchester. This role is crucial in supporting students who require additional assistance in literacy to achieve their academic goals.

Salary:

£1,600 to £1,900 per month.

Role Overview:

As a Literacy Intervention Specialist, you will work closely with students who are struggling with reading and writing skills. Your primary responsibility will be to develop and implement targeted intervention strategies that cater to individual learning needs. You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and other educational professionals to create an inclusive learning environment that fosters literacy development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess students’ literacy levels and identify specific areas of need.
  • Design and deliver tailored intervention programs that engage students and promote literacy skills.
  • Monitor student progress through regular assessments and adapt interventions as necessary.
  • Provide one-on-one or small group support to enhance reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and overall literacy skills.
  • Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate literacy strategies into the curriculum.
  • Communicate effectively with parents regarding student progress and strategies for support at home.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress and intervention outcomes.

Qualifications:

  • A degree in Education, English, or a related field is preferred.
  • Experience working with secondary school students in an educational setting.
  • Strong understanding of literacy development theories and effective intervention strategies.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive team environment within a forward-thinking school community.
  • The chance to make a significant impact on students’ academic journeys.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about improving literacy outcomes for secondary school students and meet the qualifications outlined above, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Teaching Personnel.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of young learners!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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