Job Description

Graduate Literacy Mentor | Leyton, Waltham Forest | September 2025 Start

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for literacy and education? Would you like to support young learners in developing their reading and writing skills in a vibrant and inclusive primary school?

A welcoming and high-achieving primary school in Leyton, Waltham Forest is looking to appoint a Graduate Literacy Mentor for a September 2025 start. This role is ideal for an aspiring teacher or educational professional seeking hands-on classroom experience while helping pupils develop confidence in their literacy abilities.

What This Role Offers:

• A competitive salary based on experience

• A well-structured support system from experienced educators and senior staff

• A warm, community-driven school environment that values academic progress and emotional wellbeing

• Long-term placement beginning in September, with the potential to continue beyond the academic year

• A chance to contribute meaningfully to students’ reading, writing, and communication development

Your Responsibilities:

• Delivering targeted reading and writing support to pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis

• Supporting the development of reading fluency, comprehension, and writing structure

• Assisting class teachers in designing and delivering effective literacy interventions

• Inspiring students to enjoy reading and express themselves through writing

• Monitoring and tracking pupils’ progress and feeding back to teachers

• Helping to create a positive, nurturing learning environment for all students

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be a recent graduate, ideally in English, Education, or a related field

• Be passionate about literacy and committed to improving student outcomes

• Have a proactive and compassionate approach to supporting young learners

• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Be organised and adaptable to meet students' varying literacy needs

• Experience working with children is advantageous but not essential

This is a brilliant opportunity for a graduate looking to gain valuable school-based experience ahead of a career in teaching, educational psychology, or speech and language therapy. You’ll be part of a supportive school team that places literacy at the heart of learning.

If you’re excited about helping children improve their reading and writing skills, click ‘Apply’ and attach your CV or cover letter. For more information, feel free to contact Sachin at Ribbons & Reeves.

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