Reading Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate educator to support students aged 11-16 in enhancing their reading skills. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils to help them achieve their personal learning goals, adapting to their individual needs, and fostering independence in their learning journey. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and the flexibility to adjust to the dynamic classroom environment. This temporary position offers the potential for permanent employment, along with comprehensive support and training in safeguarding practices. If you are dedicated to making a difference in students' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free online safeguarding training

Potential for permanent employment

Full support provided

Qualifications

• Graduate with high literacy and reading skills.
• Experience working with young people aged 11-16.

Responsibilities

• Support reading for secondary students aged 11-16.
• Help pupils become independent learners and achieve their targets.

Skills

Literacy Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Education

Graduate Degree

Job description

The successful candidate will be passionate about education and seeking a rewarding role supporting students aged 11-16 years in reading across the school.

You must be a graduate with high literacy and reading skills.

THE ROLE

Support READING KS3-4 (SECONDARY STUDENTS).

The pupils have a wide range of individual needs. You will be responsible for helping these pupils become independent learners while supporting them to achieve their personal learning targets and goals. You will support both 1-1 and small groups.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people aged 11-16, possess strong communication skills, and be flexible to adapt to the changing needs of pupils. The role involves monitoring pupils’ progress towards their targets, working closely with them to review and set new goals, and maintaining accurate records of their progress.

All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please refer to the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for more details.

Pay rates quoted will include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position, with potential for permanent employment in the future.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We conduct safeguarding checks in accordance with the DfE guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, which may include online searches as part of our due diligence.

We provide free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. All candidates must have or obtain a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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