Thinking Reading Tutor

Role Overview

Mark Hall Academy is seeking a committed, organised, and compassionate Thinking Reading Tutor to join our team and play a vital role in improving literacy outcomes for our students. This role supports young people who need additional support to access learning and fulfil their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver the Thinking Reading Programme, a structured and evidence‑based intervention for students significantly behind in reading.
• Conduct carefully planned one‑to‑one sessions to build students’ confidence, improve reading fluency, and develop the literacy skills needed across the curriculum.
• Maintain consistency, encouragement, and positive relationships to support student progress.
• Keep accurate records of progress and collaborate with the wider teaching team.

Qualifications and Personal Attributes

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and deliver effective lessons.
• Patience, warmth, and a high‑expectation attitude towards students.
• A commitment to supporting children who face barriers to learning.
• Knowledge or experience of literacy programmes is desirable.

Benefits

• Generous employer pension contribution through Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Private healthcare benefits, including 24/7 Doctorline access
• Home and electronic salary sacrifice scheme
• Cycle to work
• Discounted Gym membership through salary sacrifice
• Lifestyle and discount savings
• Workplace nursery fee salary sacrifice scheme via Yellownest
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for wellbeing support

Legal statements

BMAT Education is committed to safeguarding children; successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, we may also conduct an online search of shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to satisfy our legal duty to meet safeguarding duties.

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