Reading Mentor and Lead LibrarianEDV/2026/THOA/87342

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and organised part-time Reading Mentor and Lead Librarian. Supporting pupils with their reading is an important part of school life. This role involves tutoring identified pupil groups in reading development and delivering reading intervention sessions using the Lexonik intervention package (training provided). The Librarian element requires a love of reading and the ability to engage young readers to complement our current reading strategy. The academy has a well-stocked library and a dedicated team of librarians, with successful reading projects led by the librarian, including Carnegie shadowing and a peer reading programme. The role is line managed by the Head of English and works closely with the SENDCO.

About Our Academy: We are a small, rural 11-16 academy in the North-West Worcestershire area. Our pupils are happy, well behaved and proud of their school. We invest in pupils and staff to ensure all are supported to be the best they can be.

Why Work for Ormiston? Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset. Ormiston exists to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. The work of our Trust ensures we have the greatest impact and that our roles have purpose and meaning. Ormiston is a long-standing Trust with a legacy focused on enabling children and young people to thrive, founded on a reputation for impact on disadvantaged children, offering a rewarding and stimulating career. We provide a collaborative environment within a well-resourced network of professionals and a supportive environment to grow your career, including a professional development programme, flexible working arrangements, and generous benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver reading tutoring to identified pupil groups using the Lexonik intervention package (training provided).
• Lead and manage library activities; promote reading engagement and support the school reading strategy.
• Engage with pupils to build supportive, respectful relationships; participate in reading projects (e.g., Carnegie shadowing, peer reading).
• Work closely with the Head of English and the SENDCO to support pupil reading development.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Interest or experience in teaching reading and in library management.
• Organised, proactive, able to motivate and build positive relationships with young people.
• Enjoy working in a role that blends tutoring and library leadership.

Benefits:

• A collaborative environment where staff are respected, empowered and valued.
• A nationwide school network offering shared resources and opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Automatic pay progression.
• Generous pension and life cover.
• Discounts on retail, travel and leisure through the benefits platform.
• Access to Blue Light Card discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling.

Please note the closing date is Wednesday 20 May 2026 and interviews are expected the week commencing 8 June 2026. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All appointments are subject to safeguarding checks including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition checks, two references and enhanced DBS checks. Further information is available upon request. For inquiries, prospective candidates may contact the academy. You can visit the academy, meet staff and pupils, or email the Head of English for specific questions. See the academy website and policies page for additional information.