Reading Project Leader, Lambeth & Kensington & Chelsea
Contract Type: Permanent (Part Time, Term Time Only)Hours per week: 21 hours per week (3 days) during school term time only (39 weeks a year).Working pattern: 11.00 -7.00pm (includes one-hour unpaid break) Mon/Tue/ThursMain Locations: Project bases(Lambeth/Kensington& Chelsea)/home based/office (Victoria).Reports to: Service Delivery ManagerDirect Reports: NoneAnnual Salary: £27,583 (FTE). Pro-rated annualised salary is £14, 211 (includes full academic year leaveallowance)Annual Leave Allowance: Paid equivalent of 25 days per annum, plus bank holidays pro rataPension Contributions: 6% (based on a 2% minimum employee contribution)Additional Benefits: Employee assistance programme, employee discount programme (BenefitHub), salary sacrifice scheme
Job Purpose
- Lead volunteer teams to deliver Home Reading visits for three projects in London
- Build relationships with volunteers, to provide the support they need
- Recruit new families to our projects through door knocking, referral pathways and community outreach.
- Complete the administrative tasks associated with the smooth running of the projects
About the role
As a Reading Project Leader, you’ll play a vital role in helping us bring the magic of reading into the homes of children living in some of London’s most disadvantaged communities.
You’ll coordinate three weekly reading projects across London (two in Lambeth and one in Kensington & Chelsea), leading and supporting up to ten volunteers at each session. Based within the local community, you’ll ensure each project runs smoothly, creating a welcoming, organised and enjoyable experience for the children and families we work with.
This is a hands‑on role at the heart of our work. As well as leading volunteers, you’ll visit families yourself to read with children, so you’ll be comfortable carrying books and equipment, and using stairs. Administrative work can be completed from home or the office.
We’re looking for someone who is organised, energetic and approachable, with excellent interpersonal skills and a genuine enthusiasm for working with people. You’ll build trusted relationships with volunteers, children and families, becoming a familiar and encouraging presence in the community. You’ll be confident, practical and able to adapt as situations arise, while always keeping our mission at the centre of everything you do.
This is a rewarding opportunity to see the direct impact of your work every week. By supporting families to enjoy reading together, you’ll help give children the confidence, curiosity and love of learning that can change lives.
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