Reading Support Partner

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 25 March 2026
LOCATION
Birmingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£26,000 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Literacy Support Phonics Vocabulary Development Guided Reading Communication Safeguarding Reading Fluency

FULL DESCRIPTION

Reading Support Partner

Birmingham

Full time

£23,500 – £26,000 per annum

Job Description

You’ll deliver targeted reading support to pupils who benefit from additional literacy guidance. Through 1:1 and small-group sessions, you’ll help develop fluency, comprehension, and confidence. Working closely with teachers, you’ll reinforce phonics and vocabulary strategies that help pupils strengthen their literacy skills and participate more confidently in lessons.

  • Deliver structured guided reading sessions.
  • Support phonics and vocabulary development.
  • Provide 1:1 literacy guidance for pupils needing additional help.
  • Track reading progress and share updates with teaching staff.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

  • Experience supporting literacy development in primary settings.
  • Clear communication and confident reading modelling.
  • Patient approach to supporting developing readers.
  • Strong safeguarding awareness and collaborative mindset.

About the School

This Primary school in Birmingham B20 is rated Good and recognised for its strong focus on literacy and community engagement. The school has improved reading outcomes through structured phonics teaching and targeted support programmes. Staff highlight the supportive leadership team and collaborative environment, making it an appealing setting for Reading Support Partners who enjoy helping pupils develop strong literacy foundations.

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