Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 09/10/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Interviews are likely to take place from 15th Octo
We are seeking to appoint a Reading Intervention Tutor to increase capacity within our existing Literacy Team on a full or part-time basis as soon as possible. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong team, with an effective reading and writing intervention strategy, in our highly successful academy.
The team has a strong collaborative working ethos, is very supportive, with excellent processes and resources in place, and is actively working to further and improve provision for students requiring literacy support. There is also an excellent academy-wide support and development programme for all new staff.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject, and it is desirable that they will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment.
Responsibilities of the Post Holder
The responsibilities of the post-holder will be in accordance with the Reading Intervention Tutor job description.
Wider Contribution
Full time support staff may also have opportunities to contribute to the extra-curricular programme. This is very wide ranging and can often enable staff to contribute particular skills and interests where they meet academy needs. Applicants should indicate if they have particular interests and this would be discussed at the time of interview.
Remuneration and Working Time
The hours required for the role are flexible, agreed part-time hours or full-time 37 hours per week, term-time Only (38 Weeks), 8.10am – 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 8.10am – 3.10pm Friday With the salary in the range of £20 – £30 per hour. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st April each year.
What we offer:
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme
- CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
- Up to 25% Gym Membership
- Free staff car park/ Onsite
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Information about the School
Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.
Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.
Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.
Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.
If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.
We look forward to hearing from you!
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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