The Children’s Literacy Charity is a registered charity working alongside pupils who struggle to read and write. Our vision is to close the literacy gap for all disadvantaged children, enabling them to achieve their true potential.
We are looking for a skilled Reading Lab Tutor to work a minimum of 2 days a week to deliver our Reading Lab programme in our partner school in Greenwich, London.
The successful candidate will tutor small groups of secondary pupils on a one-to-three basis in primary schools. You will tutor 15 pupils twice a week on our 10-week catch up reading comprehension programme. Full training and induction will be provided along with ongoing support.
Key Responsibilities:
· Deliver one-to-three sessions based on the ‘Reading Lab’ intervention programme
· Build a supportive and encouraging relationship with the pupils you are tutoring, helping them to reach their potential and gain in confidence
· Undertake assessments and review for all pupils
· Maintain records of pupil progress
· Establish, develop and maintain a good relationship with school personnel. Act as an advocate for the charity, maintaining a high profile within the school.
Key skills:
· An experienced Tutor/Teacher/High Level Teaching Assistant
· Experienced in working with or supporting secondary aged pupils (preferable)
· Able to demonstrate empathy, understanding and patience towards children who require additional support
· Strong organisational skills, able to prioritise and manage a varied workload
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Proactive self-starter who enjoys working under own initiative
· Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, web browsing and email communications).
This role is for three terms but has the potential to be extended, funding permitting. The role is 2 days pw, term time only and the rate is £105 per day. Start date will be in September for the Autumn term.
Closing date is by 5pm on 4th August 2025.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £105.00 per day
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 01/09/2025
