Working closely with teaching staff, the SENDCo and Literacy Lead, you will support students with lower reading ages, including those with SEND, through targeted interventions and in-class support.

About the role

You will:

• Deliver literacy and reading interventions to individuals and small groups
• Support students in developing reading fluency, comprehension and vocabulary
• Help students overcome literacy barriers to learning across the curriculum
• Work collaboratively with teachers to adapt learning resources and strategies
• Monitor and record student progress, providing feedback to staff and leaders
• Promote a positive reading culture and encourage engagement with reading
• Support students with SEND, SEMH and additional learning needs
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

• Has GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above
• Has experience working with children or young people aged 11–16
• Is passionate about reading, literacy and inclusion
• Can build positive relationships with students and motivate learners
• Has strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills
• Understands strategies to support literacy development and reading intervention
• Is patient, resilient and committed to helping every student succeed
• Is willing to engage in ongoing professional development

What We Offer

At Kingsway Park and the Altus Education Partnership, we are deeply committed to developing our staff and supporting long-term careers.

We offer:

• A supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking History department
• High-quality induction and ongoing professional development
• Access to nationally recognised leadership qualifications and trust-wide career progression
• Opportunities to contribute to whole-school and trust-wide projects
• Modern facilities and a well-resourced learning environment
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• Employee Benefits Programme including:
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Programme (counselling and wellbeing support)

How to apply

 Please click 'APPLY NOW' above.

Closing date: Wednesday 3^rd June 2026 (Midday)
Interviews: Week commencing 15^th June 2026

Altus EDUCATION Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.  This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.