Reading Mentor

Forge Valley School & Sixth Form, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S6 5HG

8 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  18 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  10 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2, Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade 4 pro rata

Reading Mentor job summary

Reading Mentor

Grade 4 Point 7 - 12

Full time, 39 weeks per year, 37 hours per week

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Forge Valley School is a member of INOVA Multi Academy Trust. The Trust has a shared vision to “realise the life chances and dreams of every child.” Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment, deliver high-quality teaching and learning, and ensure that all opportunities are within reach for every pupil.

Membership of the Trust offers valuable opportunities for collaborative working and ongoing professional development. We are part of a strong network of primary and secondary schools within the local area.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Forge Valley School as a Reading Mentor, working under the direct guidance of senior leaders to support pupils’ reading development. The role is focused on building pupils’ confidence in reading and closing gaps in reading age, enabling all learners to access the full curriculum.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, resilient, and committed to improving outcomes for young people. You will be able to engage, motivate, and challenge pupils across Key Stages 3 and 4 to raise achievement. Delivering effective literacy programmes to close attainment gaps is a key priority for the school, and this role is central to achieving that aim.

You will have a clear understanding of strategies to support reading development, including adapting approaches to meet the varying needs of pupils. A willingness to undertake relevant training is essential, along with a commitment to the school’s vision of eradicating illiteracy.

The role will involve working closely with the SLT Lead for Whole School Literacy and Subject Leaders to monitor pupil progress, alongside the effective use of data to evaluate impact and inform intervention strategies.

You will be able to:

· Work effectively towards ambitious literacy targets and pupil progress goals

· Deliver targeted reading interventions, including small group and one-to-one support

· Build positive relationships with pupils, including those who lack confidence in reading

· Use assessment information to track progress and adapt support strategies

· Demonstrate excellent communication and organisational skills

· Share and actively contribute to our vision of improving life chances for every child

In return, we offer:

· A vibrant and inclusive learning community

· Strong community engagement and support

· A well-resourced and stimulating environment

· Opportunities to collaborate across a successful Multi Academy Trust

· A supportive workplace where colleagues are valued and benefit from high-quality professional development

At Forge Valley School, we work together to create an inclusive environment where pupils develop confidence, resilience, and independence.

Forge Valley School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Candidates are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with the school’s safeguarding procedures.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Lorna Jennings – PA to the Headteacher

Forge Valley School, Wood Lane, Sheffield, S6 5HG

If you are committed to improving literacy outcomes and making a meaningful difference to pupils’ life chances, we encourage you to apply.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Candidates are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with Forge Valley School Safeguarding procedures - Forge Valley School - Safeguarding

https://www.forgevalley.school/

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Forge Valley School & Sixth Form

• School type: Academies, None, ages 11 to 19
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1533 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Forge Valley School & Sixth Form website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/forge-valley-school

Forge Valley School is an 11-18 Academy sponsored by Tapton School Academy Trust. We are an Ofsted “Good” school with the ambition and capacity to improve further. The school serves over 1500 pupils and since the school’s reputation goes from strength to strength, the number of pupils at Forge Valley School is expected to rise further.
One of our key strengths is our staff who are committed to ensuring all pupils become the best they can be. Although we work as a team, we recognise each member of staff as an individual and offer bespoke CPD and support. Above all, we are a team that enjoys working at Forge Valley School, who are supportive, approachable and ambitious for each other and ourselves.

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