English Tutor/Reading Intervention Support Person

This role offers a unique opportunity to transform the lives of students by developing their reading, phonics and English skills through high-quality intervention and tuition programmes. Working with students in Key Stages 3 and 4, you will provide targeted support through one-to-one and small group sessions, helping learners improve their reading fluency, comprehension, confidence and overall attainment in English.

Students are at the centre of everything we do, and this role plays a vital part in ensuring that every learner can access the curriculum, develop a love of reading and achieve their potential. Full training in the academy's chosen intervention programmes will be provided.

Our Head of English would be delighted to welcome you for a tour of the school, introduce you to the department and answer any questions you may have about the role.

As an English Tutor and Reading Intervention Specialist, you will:

• Deliver high-quality one-to-one and small group English tuition and literacy intervention programmes.
• Identify students who require additional support in reading, phonics and English, working closely with Heads of Department and pastoral teams.
• Plan and deliver engaging, innovative and structured sessions that meet the needs of different learning styles.
• Support students whose reading age is below their chronological age, helping them develop the skills needed to access the wider curriculum.
• Monitor, assess and report on student progress, demonstrating the impact of interventions.
• Encourage confidence, resilience and a positive attitude towards learning and reading.
• Provide students with guidance and support that enables them to flourish academically and personally.
• Communicate effectively with staff, students and parents where appropriate.
• Contribute to the continued success of the English department and the academy's literacy strategy.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a strong academic background in English (A Level, degree or equivalent).
• Has a genuine passion for literacy, reading and supporting young people.
• Can build positive relationships with students and motivate them to succeed.
• Is confident working with students of varying abilities and needs.
• Can communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Is organised, adaptable and committed to securing the best outcomes for every student.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive and ambitious team.

This role would be ideal for an experienced Teaching Assistant looking to specialise in literacy, a graduate considering a career in teaching, or someone with experience of tutoring English and supporting reading development. Most importantly, we are seeking someone who shares our belief that strong literacy skills open doors and change lives.

The Bishop of Winchester Academy is a thriving Church of England school, recently recognised by Ofsted as prioritising ‘wider opportunities alongside achievement so that pupils “live life to the full.”’ (Ofsted 2023). Operating from recently refurbished facilities, our shared mission to improve the life chances of all of our students is at the very centre of our work.

We put the welfare of our staff at the heart of everything we do and can offer you:

• Generous employer pension contribution at 23% of basic salary
• Career development with a bespoke CPD programme
• Excellent teaching and office facilities with free onsite parking and good local public transport links
• Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme
• Close proximity to beaches and the Jurassic Coast to assist your work life balance

The Bishop of Winchester Academy is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. Please be aware that due to the ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ legislation we do not accept CV’s.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we have received applications that meet the criteria.