Reading Intervention Mentor—1:1 Tutoring

Inspiration Trust Ltd; Watton; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Health plan

Cycle-to-work

Free parking

CPD programme

Job summary

Wayland Academy in Watton, Thetford is seeking a patient Reading Mentor to deliver Thinking Reading 1:1 interventions and support vulnerable readers.

The post is permanent and full-time (37 hours per week, 41 teaching weeks) starting November 2026, with full training provided and opportunities across the Inspiration Trust.

You will build positive relationships with pupils, monitor progress, and work with teachers to close the reading gap.

Qualifications

• NVQ 2 or equivalent in teaching assistance or equivalent experience.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.
• First Aid training in specific medical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group reading intervention delivery to ensure all have the ability to fulfil their potential.
• Monitor pupils’ progress and provide feedback to teachers on achievement and progress.
• Undertake structured activities and literacy/numeracy programmes as directed.
• Promote positive pupil behaviour and support after-school activities as required.
• Supervise pupils before/after school and on trips as needed.

Skills

Reading support

Communication

Empathy

Reliability

Active listening

Education

NVQ 2 in teaching assistance

First Aid training

Tools

ICT skills

Literacy assessment tools

Job description

Wayland Academy in Watton, Thetford is seeking a patient Reading Mentor to deliver Thinking Reading 1:1 interventions and support vulnerable readers.

The post is permanent and full-time (37 hours per week, 41 teaching weeks) starting November 2026, with full training provided and opportunities across the Inspiration Trust.

You will build positive relationships with pupils, monitor progress, and work with teachers to close the reading gap.