Job Description

Please note a full application must be submitted via the below URL as CV's will unfortunately not be accepted in line with our safer recruitment process.

https://laurustrust.schoolrecruiter.com/jobseekers/job/1515420/?src=Indeed

We are seeking an enthusiastic and confident ?Literacy Specialist???? to join our team at Laurus Ryecroft. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in education, whether you're considering a career in teaching or already have experience working with young people. As a ?Literacy Specialist????, you will be responsible for raising levels of literacy amongst identified groups at KS3 and KS4.

This position is contracted on a

37 hours per week Term Time Only basis

. This means you will mainly work when the school is open to pupils and will not need to work during the school holidays unless the contract requires you to do so. In total you will be in work for a minimum of

37 out of 52 weeks

.

Job Purpose

Provide learning support to students who are on the SEN register and/or are of lower ability, this will include supporting students in their mainstream lessons and in small groups. Deliver small group and one to one intervention programmes to support students with literacy difficulties, following the schemes of learning and intervention programmes in place.

Key Skills & Experience

Sound educational background including GCSE's in Maths and English (A-C) or equivalent
Experience of working with young people who are vulnerable and/or who have special educational needs Prior experience in a similar role
To learn more about what the Trust offer, including our wide range of employee benefits and access to further professional learning, visit our Careers page. At the Laurus Trust, we value the significance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. Achieving a better balance can boost motivation and morale, lower stress levels, enhance performance and productivity, and make job opportunities more inclusive. Whenever feasible, we are committed to offering flexible arrangements from the very start, which could include options like part-time roles, term-time working, Job-sharing and compressed hours.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,256.00-28,792.00 per year

Expected hours: 37 per week

Work Location: In person