We are seeking to appoint a Library and Literacy Intervention Coordinator with commitment to the safeguarding of children and young people.  The post holder will be responsible for Literacy and Year 7 catch-up and alongside the Literacy Coordinator and Curriculum Leader for English, the core purpose of this role is to provide targeted literacy intervention to students and to take responsibility for the school library.  

You will need to have ambition for our students as well as for yourself. We want colleagues who are prepared to push themselves professionally to develop their skills and experiences, so that the young people of Astrea Academy Woodfields get the very best we can offer them. 

About Us  

Astrea Academy Woodfields is on an exciting journey towards excellence. Offering provision for 750 students from Year 7 through to Sixth Form, there is much to be celebrated within the academy and, for the successful candidate, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to shape and enhance the life chances of our students so that they go on to be successful in their next stage of their educational journey. 

You will be undertaking a role that we consider vital for the success of our students. 

In return we can offer you:  

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme 

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 

• Continued professional development and training opportunities 

• Free on-site parking 

• Occupational sick pay and maternity/paternity leave. 

Interested in applying? 

If this is something you are interested in and are looking for a new challenge, please take a look at the Applicant Brief to find out more about the role. 

For an informal conversation about the role and the journey we are on as a school, or to arrange a visit please contact Beth Harwood, PA to Principal and SLT.

If you are joining us from another school, academy or trust we recognise your continuous service date with confirmation from your current employer.  This can positively impact a number of entitlements, including increased annual holiday payments which represent an increase in salary.  This can be discussed in more detail at interview. 

Astrea Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks including references and enhanced DBS checks.