Literacy Support Worker
Manchester Academy
Manchester
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- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 2 February 2018
Job overview
Manchester Academy is vibrant, dynamic and forward thinking teaching community which embraces diversity and is committed to ensuring the success of our students. We are located on the outskirts of the world famous Manchester City Centre which means excellent transport links into Manchester and the North-West.
We have an exciting and unique opportunity for Literacy Support Worker to join our Academy. The main purpose of this role is to work as part of a team in raising the profile of literacy across the whole school while also working with the Literacy Team to establish clear plans for all students accessing the Literacy Provision.
We are currently looking to appoint an individual who;
• Significant and successful experience of working with children with poor literacy skills (requiring significant intervention to increase their RA to their chronological age)
• Successful experience of working with children across a wide ability range
• Experience of working with colleagues to set short term goals for individual pupils and of supporting the pupils in achieving these.
In return we will provide you with;
• Support with CPD and Development needs.
• A positive and modern environment in which to work in.
For further details on this post please read the Job Description or visit http://www.manchester-academy.org/Vacancies
Manchester Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, therefore as part of the Safer Recruitment process, references will be requested if shortlisted for the position. Manchester Academy is committed to a policy of equal opportunities in employment. Appointment will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced DBS check.
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About Manchester Academy
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Welcome to Manchester Academy, a vibrant, inclusive school and one of the most improved schools in the country, based in the heart of Manchester.
Manchester Academy is highly ambitious for our students and has strong systems to support this progress. Our curriculum and teaching model is based on Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction and we offer excellent support for new staff and early career colleagues. Many of our leaders have trained with us and are now leading change across the Academy. Our ambition for our students is matched by the expertise and passion across our staff team. Our unique location in the centre of our city means we are well served by public transport and accessible without a car.
We have a detailed curriculum across all subjects and dedicate significant time to academic teams to discuss, plan and share planning and resources. As part of one of the most ambitious Trusts in the country, United Learning, we are fortunate to be part of a much bigger network of professional practice which complements the curriculum leadership within the Academy. Opportunities are not just focused around our academic curriculum; at Manchester Academy, we firmly believe there is more to a good education than excellent exam grades which is why we are committed to providing an Education with Character. This means that in everything we do - both inside and outside the classroom - we seek to nurture key skills that are vital for life beyond school such as team-building, resilience, creativity, public speaking and enterprise.
Manchester Academy is looking for passionate people to join our incredible team. We will support you to be brilliant and enjoy your job. Our leadership team is human and put in high presence around the Academy to support and develop colleagues. Every day our staff ‘make Manchester magic’ with our amazing students and change lives. We’d love for you to join us and be part of something you’ll never forget.
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