Intervention Coordinator for Literacy

St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Term time only working

Job summary

St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy in Scunthorpe is seeking an Academic Intervention Coordinator for Literacy to support Key Stage 3 learners. You will deliver targeted literacy interventions, collaborate with teachers and develop strategies to raise attainment.

The role is permanent, starts November 2026, 35 hours per week, term-time only, within a nurturing school community proudly rated Good by Ofsted. Join a supportive Trust offering career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting Key Stage 3 literacy and meeting targeted outcomes.
• Ability to plan and deliver targeted intervention strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to motivate and build rapport with students, staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Be caring, supportive and committed to helping every student succeed.
• Inspire and motivate students to engage confidently with their learning.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver effective literacy and academic intervention programmes.
• Support the planning, preparation and delivery of targeted intervention strategies.
• Build strong, positive relationships that help students feel valued, heard and encouraged.
• Promote students' wellbeing, confidence and personal development.
• Monitor the impact of interventions and contribute to raising achievement across the school.
• Play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

Skills

Literacy intervention

Student engagement

Motivation

Job description

At St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy, we have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated Academic Intervention Coordinator for Literacy to make a lasting impact on the lives of our students. This is a rewarding role for someone who is committed to helping young people overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their full academic potential.

Working closely with students aged 11-16, you will provide targeted literacy intervention and academic support for learners who need additional help to reach their target grades. Through your encouragement, expertise and commitment, you will help students develop the skills they need to succeed both in the classroom and beyond.

You will thrive in a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported. Your ability to motivate, engage and inspire young people will play a vital role in raising attainment and transforming outcomes.

This role will primarily focus on Key Stage 3 students, with opportunities to support learners across Key Stage 4 when required. No two days will be the same as you work flexibly with students of varying abilities, helping them develop the confidence and literacy skills needed for future success.

At St Bede's, we are committed to investing in our staff. Alongside making a real difference to children's lives, you will benefit from opportunities for professional development and career progression within a supportive and ambitious school community.

This is a permanent position commencing in November 2026. The role is 35 hours per week (8:30am - 4:00pm), term time only.

About Us

St Bede's Catholic Voluntary Academy is a successful and welcoming secondary school in Scunthorpe, proudly rated Good by Ofsted.

We are a school where relationships matter, achievements are celebrated, and every student is encouraged to flourish academically, socially and spiritually. Our staff work collaboratively to create a culture of excellence, support and high aspirations, ensuring every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

As part of the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, we benefit from being part of a family of 36 Catholic primary and secondary schools across Lincolnshire, Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire, offering exceptional opportunities for collaboration, development and career progression.

You Will:

• Be caring, supportive and committed to helping every student succeed.
• Inspire and motivate students to engage confidently with their learning.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver effective literacy and academic intervention programmes.
• Support the planning, preparation and delivery of targeted intervention strategies.
• Build strong, positive relationships that help students feel valued, heard and encouraged.
• Promote students' wellbeing, confidence and personal development.
• Monitor the impact of interventions and contribute to raising achievement across the school.
• Play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.

Be the Difference. Champion Literacy. Change Lives.

If you are passionate about supporting young people and want to make a meaningful contribution to their educational journey, we'd love to hear from you. Join St Bede's and help every student discover what they are capable of achieving.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary: £23,718 - £26,145 per annum (OLOL Band 4, NJC Points11 - 17).
• Fantastic benefits:
  • Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions over 20%.
  • Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.
  • Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!
  • A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.
  • Term time only working.

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools. Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants in line with Safer Recruitment Practices.