Literacy Support Assistant - Oldham

What skills and experience we're looking for

We have an exciting term time only opportunity for an experienced individual to join our team as a Literacy Support Assistant.

The successful candidate will provide literacy support to our students, which will complement the work of the English Faculty. This will include:

• Listening to students reading;
• Supporting activities in the library;
• Supporting literacy initiatives in school.
• NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience;
• A*- C or 9 - 4 grade in G.C.S.E. English and Maths;
• Working with, or caring for, children of secondary school age;
• An awareness of children’s development and learning;
• Experience of resources preparation;
• Familiar with the use of technological equipment e.g. video, photocopier;
• Understanding of inclusion and how it applies in a school setting.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with all students & colleagues;
• Use of ICT to support learning;
• Work with children at all levels regardless of specific individual need and to identify learning styles as appropriate;
• Adapt your own approach in accordance with student needs;
• Promote a positive ethos and be a good role model;
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities;
• Continually improve own practice/knowledge through self evaluation and learning from others.
• Work flexibly as the workload demands
• Occasional out of hours working to support school functions
• Excellent attendance record (*)

What the school offers its staff

As an employer we can offer you:

• a successful and forward looking school with stunning and unrivalled facilities recently graded ‘Good’ in all areas;
• a professional, dedicated and supportive Department;
• a supportive staff and Senior Leadership Team;
• a school renowned for outstanding professional development opportunities;
• a school community committed to corporate excellence;
• national college subscription for all staff;
• CPD library for staff.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Radclyffe School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please see our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy for further information: https://theradclyffeschool.co.uk/safeguarding-child-protection-policy/