Primary Reading Coach: Build Fluency & Confidence

PK Education Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

PK Education is currently recruiting for a Reading Champion to support pupils at a primary school in Newcastle. Starting after October half term, this is an opportunity to help children become confident, enthusiastic readers.

Applications are welcome from teaching assistants, literacy support staff and candidates with relevant experience helping children develop their reading skills. PK Education - Inspiring potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary-aged children, ideally in reading or literacy.
• Good understanding of phonics and strategies to support developing readers.
• Patient, encouraging and able to build positive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with reading through individual and small-group sessions.
• Help develop fluency, comprehension and confidence.
• Support phonics and early reading where required.
• Encourage reading for pleasure and engage reluctant readers.
• Work alongside teaching staff to identify pupils' needs and share progress.
• Create a positive, inclusive environment where children feel supported.

Skills

Reading

Phonics

Comms

Team player

Job description

PK Education is currently recruiting for a Reading Champion to support pupils at a primary school in Newcastle. Starting after October half term, this is an opportunity to help children become confident, enthusiastic readers.

Applications are welcome from teaching assistants, literacy support staff and candidates with relevant experience helping children develop their reading skills. PK Education - Inspiring potential.