We are seeking to appoint a passionate and experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant to deliver and coordinate literacy provision, including provision for learners with English as an additional language (EAL).

The successful candidate will require detailed understanding of the ways in which children learn to read, including expertise in phonics, spelling and comprehension strategies. Alongside this, a love of reading, an understanding of the secondary English curriculum, excellent interpersonal skills and an appreciation of different cultures are essential characteristics of the successful candidate.

Recent experience of planning and delivering literacy interventions is also essential.

Applicants should be keen to:

• Work with colleagues to establish a broad and effective literacy offer as part of the school’s reading strategy.
• Play a key role in the delivery of literacy interventions and the integration of students with English as an additional language.
• Develop teachers’ understanding of literacy, and in particular of phonics.