Learning Support Assistant Reading Intervention

North East Combined Authority; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent training and development

Local Government Pension Scheme

Salary sacrifice: leased car

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Free gym access

Job summary

Kenton School is seeking a Learning Support worker to enhance students’ reading fluency through targeted interventions. The role focuses on coordinating reading programs and delivering 1:1 and small-group support to pupils within our Newcastle-upon-Tyne academy.

Successful candidates will have experience with reading interventions, SEMH needs, and a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths. Full training is provided, and an apprenticeship route may be available.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating reading interventions or similar educational programs.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs.
• Previous experience in education with children, or level 2 English/Maths qualification.
• Apprenticeship option towards Teaching Assistant qualification could be available.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group reading interventions.
• Coordinate and monitor progress of students' reading fluency.
• Support safeguarding procedures and contribute to a positive learning environment.

Skills

Coordination skills

Organisational skills

Reading interventions

Education

Level 2 qualification in English & Maths

Job description

Kenton School

Drayton Road

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE3 3RU

We are seeking applications to join our Learning Support team Reading Intervention to play a vital role in enhancing students' reading fluency within our Academy. This position requires strong coordination skills, a passion for supporting student development, and a commitment to delivering high-quality interventions.

We are looking for candidates with relevant experience in coordinating reading interventions or similar educational programs and strong organisational and coordination skills. We welcome applications from those with experience supporting students with SEMH needs and the confidence to deliver effective 1:1 and small-group interventions.

You will have previous experience working with children and/or young people, preferably within an education setting, or those with a minimum of a level 2 qualification (grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics).

Previous experience working with children with special educational needs or social, emotional and mental health issues in a paid or voluntary capacity would be advantage but is not essential as full training is given.

This role can also be offered as an apprenticeship opportunity with successful applicants studying towards a recognised Teaching Assistant qualification.

If you have the skills, commitment and enthusiasm to succeed in this role, we want to hear from you. In return we can offer you,

• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes including a leased car and cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking with our school being within easy access of the A1, A19 and public transport
• Free gym access at Kenton School

Northern Leaders Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in all its schools and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are fully committed to ensuring that consistent effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families, children and staff at school.