Academic Tutor - Literacy

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and knowledgeable part time Academic Tutor to join our supportive and ambitious team at CHS South.

As an Academic Tutor for Literacy, you will play a vital role in improving outcomes for students by delivering targeted programmes of learning to individuals and small groups. You will support students in overcoming barriers to learning, helping them develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to succeed.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and committed to raising standards through personalised academic support and high expectations.

As an Academic Tutor will complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for planning, preparing and delivering agreed learning activities to identified groups of students.

• Deliver structured programmes of work in Literacy
• Support students who require additional help to overcome barriers to learning
• Assess, monitor and record student progress using school systems
• Provide high-quality feedback to students, teachers and parents

This is a permanent part-time post working 7‑21 hours per week/1‑3 days, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The salary range is between £4,999 – £14,999 pro rata depending on the working hours and the full time equivalent is £29,064, Grade 5.

• Work with small groups of students to address key areas of learning
• Assess student needs and use specialist knowledge to support progress
• Plan, adapt and deliver learning activities aligned with departmental strategies
• Set high expectations and establish positive, productive relationships with students
• Promote inclusion, independence and self‑reliance
• Monitor, assess and accurately record student achievement and progress
• Mark work and administer routine assessments and examinations
• Provide clear, objective feedback and reports to teachers and Curriculum Leaders
• Liaise with parents/carers and contribute to meetings regarding student progress
• Support behaviour management strategies and promote positive conduct
• Assist with educational visits and out‑of‑school learning activities
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety

You will work closely with Curriculum Leaders, SLT, teaching staff, support staff, parents and external agencies to ensure students receive the best possible support.

• A‑Level qualification in English or equivalent or higher
• Experience working with children or young people (education or voluntary sector desirable)
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage tasks within fixed timescales
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong IT skills
• The ability to adapt to challenging situations with professionalism and resilience
• Empathy and understanding of barriers to learning
• A commitment to inclusive education and equality of opportunity
• A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous improvement
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and professional standards

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• A commitment to staff wellbeing
• The opportunity to make a real difference to students’ academic success

If you are passionate about helping young people achieve their full potential and would like to be part of a forward‑thinking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you! Please follow the online application process to be considered.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including high quality CPD for all roles, a Bupa Level 1 Health Plan, generous pension contribution, good holidays, cycle scheme, employee assistance programmes, credit union, flexible working options, mental health first aid, Blue Light Card, and beyond cashback…