Reading Mentor: Inspire Young Readers to Thrive

Cottenham Village College; Cottenham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cottenham Village College is seeking an enthusiastic Reading Mentor to support scholars with reading skills, confidence and enjoyment of reading, helping them access the curriculum and reach their potential.

You will work with staff to promote literacy, monitor progress and contribute to reading initiatives while upholding high standards of behaviour and attendance. This role emphasizes a supportive, knowledge-rich approach within a traditional educational setting.

Qualifications

• Passion for literacy, reading and supporting young people to succeed.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate, engage and build rapport with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience of working with children or young people in educational, mentoring or support capacity would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 and small-group reading interventions to improve fluency, comprehension and confidence.
• Encourage a love of reading and help develop positive reading habits across the school.
• Monitor, track and record student progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Support the implementation of the school's literacy and reading strategies.
• Work with identified students to improve reading age and literacy outcomes.
• Assist in assessing students' reading abilities and identifying interventions.
• Build positive relationships with students to encourage engagement and progress.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral teams and families to support student success.
• Support organisation and promotion of reading initiatives, events and enrichment opportunities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivation and engagement

Organisation and attention to detail

Patience and positivity

Education

GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Job description

Cottenham Village College is seeking an enthusiastic Reading Mentor to support scholars with reading skills, confidence and enjoyment of reading, helping them access the curriculum and reach their potential.

You will work with staff to promote literacy, monitor progress and contribute to reading initiatives while upholding high standards of behaviour and attendance. This role emphasizes a supportive, knowledge-rich approach within a traditional educational setting.