Location
St Cecilia's Roman Catholic High School, Longridge, Chapel Hill, Longridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR3 2XA (582 on roll)
Tel: 01772 783074
School website: www.st-cecilias.co.uk
Summary
Literacy Intervention Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Grade 6 - 30 hours
We have an exciting opportunity to join our Outstanding school as a Literacy Intervention Teaching Assistant.
The role will focus on literacy interventions and supporting pupils in all year groups to achieve their potential whilst encouraging a love for learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver targeted literacy interventions to identified pupils in small groups and on a one-to-one basis
- Create an encouraging and inclusive atmosphere that nurtures self-confidence and a positive approach to learning.
- Support pupils to develop reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling and handwriting skills.
- Create an encouraging an inclusive atmosphere that nurtures self-confidence and a positive approach to learning.
- Monitor pupils progress and maintain accurate records to assess and evaluate the impact of interventions.
- Liaise effectively with staff, pupils and parents/carers where appropriate.
- Support with the day-to-day organisation, management and development of the school library.
- Promote reading for pleasure and encourage a lifelong love of reading across the school.
- Support reading events, competitions, author visits, book fairs and other literacy enrichment activities.
What we offer:
- A welcoming and inclusive school community committed to making a difference.
- Opportunities for professional development and further training in literacy interventions.
- A chance to positively impact the lives of young learners and inspire their academic growth.
- A school, that is passionate about staff wellbeing and promotes culture of trust and support at all levels.
If you are enthusiastic about literacy and have the dedication to support our pupils in reaching their full potential, wed love to hear from you.
If you would like to find out more about the position, or to arrange a visit, please contact Mrs B Clarke, School Business Manager on 07375 324661 or via email to [email protected]
Deadlines for Applications
Closing date 12 noon Wednesday 27th August
Interviews Wednesday 2nd September TBC
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Essential Qualifications
- NVQ level 3 or above qualification (or equivalent) - in exceptional circumstances, where local circumstances dictate, qualifications may be viewed as desirable
- Level 2 or equivalent qualification in - English/Literacy and Mathematics/Numeracy
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of working in a relevant classroom/service environment
Experience of Administrative work
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Desirable Experience
- Good communication skills
- Time management/ Organisational skills
- Ability to make effective use of ICT
- Ability to assess childrens development
Ability to plan and deliver work programmes
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Barbara Clarke, School Business Manager - telephone 07375324661
Proposed Interview Date:
02/09/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
