Literacy Support Assistant

RIBBONS AND REEVES; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

RIBBONS AND REEVES is seeking a Literacy Support Assistant for a Tower Hamlets school in London starting September 2026. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to students' literacy progress and build classroom-based intervention skills.

You will provide 1:1 and small group literacy support, assist in developing reading, writing, and comprehension, and help teachers tailor interventions to raise achievement while fostering a love of reading and learning.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in literacy and education.
• Experience working with children in educational settings is preferred.
• Proactive, compassionate, and eager to help students reach their potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group literacy support to students.
• Assist in developing reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
• Support teachers in creating tailored literacy interventions.
• Help students develop a love for reading and writing.

Skills

Literacy support

Education support

Education

Bachelor's degree in English

Job description

Literacy Support Assistant | Tower Hamlets, London | September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting students with their literacy development? Do you have a strong desire to help young learners build their confidence and academic skills?

A well-established school in Tower Hamlets is seeking a dedicated Literacy Support Assistant to join their team and help students achieve their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are enthusiastic about education and want to make a real impact on students' literacy progress.

Key Benefits of this Literacy Support Assistant Role:

• Opportunity to work within a supportive and inclusive school environment
• A chance to work alongside experienced educators and develop your skills
• Role starting in September, with the potential to extend beyond the academic year

Responsibilities Include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group literacy support to students
• Assisting in the development of reading, writing, and comprehension skills
• Supporting teachers in creating tailored literacy interventions
• Helping students develop a love for reading and writing

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have a strong interest in literacy and education
• Experience working with children, preferably in an educational setting
• Be proactive, compassionate, and eager to help students reach their potential
• Holds a degree in a English related subject from a Top UK University

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in education while making a meaningful contribution to the literacy development of students in Tower Hamlets, London.