Literacy Leader

Teaching Vacancies; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Portsmouth is seeking a dynamic Literacy Leader to enhance whole-school literacy. The role involves developing a strategic vision, empowering staff, and fostering a culture of reading across all subjects. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a deep understanding of literacy pedagogy. This role offers excellent professional development opportunities and the chance to be part of a vibrant school community.

Benefits

Dedicated CPD Programme

Opportunities for professional development

Strong Trust support for Literacy

Collegiate school environment

Qualifications

• Skilled teacher with a deep understanding of literacy pedagogy.
• Confident communicator and motivator of colleagues and students.
• Creative thinker with a track record of raising literacy outcomes.
• Strategic leader ready to make a whole-school impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of a strategic literacy vision across the school.
• Empower staff with high-impact literacy strategies through training and coaching.
• Champion reading for pleasure and academic success through innovative initiatives.
• Collaborate with departments to embed disciplinary literacy into the curriculum.

Skills

Understanding of literacy pedagogy

Communication skills

Creative thinking

Leadership

Job description

Miltoncross Academy, Portsmouth is seeking a dynamic, visionary Literacy Leader to drive whole-school literacy improvement and inspire a culture where reading, writing, speaking and listening thrive across every subject and every classroom.

We are an academy at the heart of our community, guided by three core values: Work Hard. Be Kind. No Excuses. These principles shape everything we do, from curriculum design to daily interactions; they underpin a culture where all of our learning is valued and people are respected.

We offer a collegiate, supportive working environment where the shared vision is simple: every young person will leave us having exceeded expectations; academically, personally, and socially because we believed in them, challenged them, and never settled for less.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the development and delivery of a strategic literacy vision across the school
• Empower staff with high-impact literacy strategies through training and coaching
• Champion reading for pleasure and academic success through innovative initiatives
• Collaborate with the librarian in the delivery of your robust literacy strategy
• Collaborate with departments to embed disciplinary literacy into the curriculum
• Track progress, evaluate impact, and celebrate success

Who You Are

• A skilled teacher with a deep understanding of literacy pedagogy
• A confident communicator and motivator of colleagues and students alike
• A creative thinker with a track record of raising literacy outcomes
• A strategic leader ready to make a whole-school impact

TKAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment will be subject to the full Safer Recruitment process, including an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

TKAT is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of any protected characteristic for example race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit. This includes applications from individuals wishing to work full time, part time or on a flexible basis.

What the school offers its staff

• A vibrant, inclusive school community that values innovation and collaboration
• A leadership team committed to literacy as a driver of equity and excellence
• Opportunities to lead exciting whole-school projects and events
• Access to national networks and professional development
• Dedicated CPD Programme
• Dedicated Reading Time
• Strong existing team of enthusiastic teachers and support staff who are all onboard
• Collegiate school
• A school rapidly improving with big ambitions - be part of them!
• Excellent modern buildings and facilities
• A culture of clarity, kindness, and high aspiration
• Strong Trust support for Literacy
• Trust Literacy conferences
• Easy access from the M27 and A27—staff commute from Southampton, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, and West Sussex
• A leadership team committed to staff wellbeing and professional development