Literacy Coordinator

Closing Date:07/07/2025 09:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: 01/09/2025

Additional Information

Establishment: E-ACT Parkwood Academy Location: Parkwood Academy Salary: £36509.90 – £40210.06 Department: English Job Type: Full Time Closing Date:07/07/2025 09:00 Interview Date: TBC Start Date: 01/09/2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus – Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 39.000 Pay Grade: SCP32 – SCP36 Number of Vacancies: 1

The Role

Job Title : Literacy Coordinator

At E-ACT Parkwood Academy we are committed to the core values of \”Ambition, Respect Collaboration & Honesty\” We believe in the potential of every student to achieve greatness and succeed.

At E-ACT Parkwood Academy, we set high standards and foster an environment that encourages belief in oneself, the drive to achieve one\’s goals, and the ultimate success that follows.

Take the next step in your career with E-ACT Parkwood Academy, join us in shaping a future where every student believes in their potential, achieves their aspirations, and succeeds in life.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence? We are looking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Literacy Coordinator to promote and manage the use of the library, supporting pupils’ learning and their development into confident, independent readers and supporting whole school literacy aims. We are looking for someone who is passionate about oracy and can see the value of building speaking and listening skills in students, keen to learn and want to be part of a wider movement changing education as we know it.

Key responsibilities:

• To establish a strong vision of oracy reading and writing, and its value, across the school community
• To develop and implement a whole-school action plan for literacy
• To identify and maximise opportunities such as assemblies, lunchtimes, parents’ evenings, and events, for oracy to be developed at a whole school level
• To raise the profile and visibility of oracy, reading and writing
• To support leaders to design a curriculum for oracy , reading , writing which develops students’ skills and knowledge and is planned and designed with the strengths and needs of students in mind to ensure progression
• To ensure students have meaningful opportunities to use and practise their literacy skills in lessons and outside the classroom

37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grades 4-9) or equivalent
• Experience of working in a library
• Development of a school library collection and learning resources

For further information please see attached job description and person specification.

What are we about?

Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students.

Advocacy and Inclusion: At our academy , every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality.

People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included.

Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.

About E-ACT:

Join a trust that is going places!

Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people.

We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.

Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams.

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.

Support System of 38 Academies : Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.

Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.

Generous Pension : Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Qualifications

Qualification Title

Grade

5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent Essential

Degree in a relevant subject Essential

Skills

Experience

Experience of working with children of the relevant age groups Essential

Experience/Knowledge

Good knowledge of children’s and/or young adult literature Essential

Knowledge of the National Curriculum relevant to the provision of learning resources Essential

Ability to demonstrate, role model and inspire a passion for reading Essential

Personal Attributes

Ability to work effectively within a team environment Essential

Experience of supporting the social, emotional and educational development of students Essential

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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