Student Support Role - Learning Resource Centre Co-ordinator

TN United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate individual to join their dynamic Inclusion department. This exciting role involves supporting students in their learning journey, particularly focusing on improving literacy levels. The successful candidate will work closely with the English department, organizing reading activities and interventions to foster a love for reading among students. With a commitment to providing excellent education and promoting mental health, this opportunity offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are dedicated to making a difference in students' lives, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Pension Scheme

24/7 GP Support

Wellness Resources

Paid Leave

Outwood Plus Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience supporting student learning is essential.
• Excellent communication and IT skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Organizing books and creating displays.
• Running assessments and implementing reading interventions.
• Promoting reading through events and competitions.

Skills

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience Supporting Student Learning

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02.05.2025

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Job Description:

37 hours per week, plus 10 additional days, Term Time only
Salary: Grade 6, SCP 12-14
Actual salary: £24,687 - £25,500

Outwood Academy Freeston has an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and inspirational Inclusion department, supporting students in the Learning Resource Centre. This position suits someone with experience supporting student learning and an interest in progressing their career in education.

The successful candidate will have a passion for books and work closely with the English department. The role focuses on improving students' reading through tracking and interventions.

A key goal is increasing literacy levels, especially for students facing obstacles. The role involves group work, themed events, and interaction across curriculum areas.

Additional duties include assisting with reading interventions and supporting the Accelerated Reader Project.

Applicants should have excellent communication and IT skills, be well-organized, and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and as part of a team is essential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Organizing books and creating displays.
• Timetabling LRC lessons and supporting classes with reading activities.
• Running assessments, monitoring scores, analyzing data, and implementing interventions.
• Promoting reading through author visits, competitions, and events.
• Supporting reading interventions like 'Reading Buddies' and 'Reading Fluency'.
• Managing stock, returns, and orders.

The role is permanent and aims to support students' success and development.

Chief Executive Officer: Lee Wilson

We are an 11-16 academy in Normanton, Wakefield, part of the Outwood Family since 2018. We are committed to providing excellent education, fostering a positive learning environment, and promoting inclusion and mental health.

Our vision is to deliver inspiring teaching, a knowledge-rich curriculum, and personalised learning to help students reach their potential.

We have received numerous awards, including the IQM Centre of Excellence and Silver Status from the Carnegie Centre of Excellence for Mental Health.

Our journey is towards becoming Outstanding, and we invite you to join our family if you share our vision.

Benefits include a competitive salary, access to Outwood Plus discounts, a pension scheme, 24/7 GP, support services, paid leave, and wellness resources.

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is dedicated to safeguarding children. All appointments follow safe recruitment practices, including DBS checks and references.