Literacy Support Assistant Expiring soon

Literacy Support Assistant - Secondary School

Location: Skelmersdale, Lancashire

Job Type: Part-Time/Full-Time, Term Time Only

About the Role:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Literacy Support Assistant to join our dynamic team in Skelmersdale. The successful candidate will support students in developing their literacy skills, ensuring they achieve their full potential. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide one-on-one and small group literacy support to students.
• Assist in the development and implementation of literacy intervention programs.
• Work closely with teachers to identify students in need of additional support.
• Monitor and assess students' progress, providing feedback to teachers and parents.
• Support classroom activities and promote a positive learning environment.
• Help to organize and manage literacy resources and materials.
• Encourage a love of reading and writing among students.

Requirements:

• A minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above).
• Previous experience working with children in an educational setting is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude towards helping students.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits:

• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about supporting students' literacy development and would like to join our team, please send your CV and a cover letter ASAP.

We look forward to receiving your application.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.