Reading Intervention Tutor
Plume School, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6AB15 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
9 October 2026 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
24 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
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Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
Subject
- English
Working pattern
- Full time, part time (Can be done as a job share): The hours required for the role are flexible, agreed part-time hours or full-time 37 hours per week, term-time Only (38 Weeks), 8.10am - 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 8.10am – 3.10pm Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Hourly rate
- £20.00 - £30.00 per hour
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject, and it is desirable that they will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment.
What the school offers its staff
- 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme
- CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
- Free staff car park/ Onsite
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
Further information about the job
We are seeking to appoint a Reading Intervention Tutor to increase capacity within our existing Literacy Team on a full or part-time basis as soon as possible. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong team, with an effective reading and writing intervention strategy, in our highly successful academy.
The team has a strong collaborative working ethos, is very supportive, with excellent processes and resources in place, and is actively working to further and improve provision for students requiring literacy support. There is also an excellent academy-wide support and development programme for all new staff.
Personal Qualities
The successful applicant should have a degree in a relevant subject, and it is desirable that they will have achieved Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have high levels of commitment.
Responsibilities of the Post Holder
The responsibilities of the post-holder will be in accordance with the Reading Intervention Tutor job description.
Wider Contribution
Full time support staff may also have opportunities to contribute to the extra-curricular programme. This is very wide ranging and can often enable staff to contribute particular skills and interests where they meet academy needs. Applicants should indicate if they have particular interests and this would be discussed at the time of interview.
Remuneration and Working Time
The hours required for the role are flexible, agreed part-time hours or full-time 37 hours per week, term-time Only (38 Weeks), 8.10am - 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday, 8.10am – 3.10pm Friday With the salary in the range of £20 - £30 per hour. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st April each year.
What we offer:
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme
- CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion
- Up to 25% Gym Membership
- Free staff car park/ Onsite
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Application Process
If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email HR@Plume.essex.sch.uk to arrange telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team. HR will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general.
To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy application form (https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0172). This must be completed and submitted to HR@plume.essex.sch.uk by the closing date stated (unaccompanied CV’s or third party application forms will not be accepted).
Closing Date: Friday 9 October 2026 (Noon) (Noon)
Interviews are likely to take place from 15th October.
The Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check. The Plume Academy welcomes applications from those of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnic groups.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointment are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of References and Health Clearances.
Applying for the job
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About Plume School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1789 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- Plume School website
- Email address
- HR@plume.essex.sch.uk
The Plume School converted to become an academy school in January 2012.
The last full inspection took place in November 2023 and the school was judged to be good across all areas. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy. Please see the academy website for more information.
The academy is a larger-than-average secondary school with a sixth form.
The vast majority of pupils are White British.
The proportions of pupils who speak English as an additional language or who are from ethnic minorities are both well below the national average.
The proportion of students eligible for the pupil premium is broadly average, as is the proportion of pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities, although for those with an education, health and care plan the proportion is slightly above the national average.
The school meets the government’s current floor standards for pupils’ achievement in English and mathematics at the end of key stage 4.
Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, together with the receipt of references.
Visits to the Academy are welcome.
Arranging a visit to Plume School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email HR@plume.essex.sch.uk.
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