Read, Write, Inc 1:1 Fast Track Phonics Tutor

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GLC Academy: Lansdowne Primary Academy

Salary: GLC Point 10 £25,549 - P16 £28,324 FTE [Actual Pro Rata Salary £5,922.48 - £6,565.75]

Working Pattern: 10 hours per week Term time only. [1pm to 3pm]

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date:30th September 2026

Lansdowne Primary Academy is part of the Gateway Learning Community [GLC] which is a partnership of one secondary academy and four primary academies located within Tilbury and Chadwell St Mary in the borough of Thurrock, to the east of London. We are a vibrant, innovative and highly successful organisation: the place of choice to work and learn. Across the 5 academies of the GLC, we celebrate differences and pledge that everyone enjoys an equality of opportunity and is not discriminated against in any way.

We are looking for a dedicated RWI Fast Track Tutor to deliver high-impact phonics interventions. This is a specialised role focused on accelerated progress. You will work with small groups and individuals, using the Read Write Inc. [RWI] framework to turn struggling readers into confident, fluent ones.

Core Responsibilities

Deliver Precision Tutoring: Lead targeted RWI Fast Track sessions that build decoding skills and reading fluency.

Accelerate Progress: Adapt your delivery to meet the unique needs of different learners, ensuring no child is left behind.

Collaborate & Track: Work closely with our Reading Lead and use ICT (including Excel) to monitor progress and provide feedback on pupil growth.

Create a Positive Environment: Maintain a calm, encouraging, and inclusive space where children feel safe to take risks with their learning.

Watch our video for an insight into our academy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKl4MgwJUmA

You can read our latest Ofsted Report here: http:https://www.theglc.org.uk/page/?title=Ofsted+Reports&pid=21

Additional Benefits for Working for the GLC:

Staff well-being programme: Including access to Westfield Health Insurance

Salary Sacrifice Schemes including Cycle to work Scheme

Long service awards after: 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and years of service

State of the art facilities and access to high quality resources to support learning

A paid 'My Day' each year

Excellent career development and training

2 week October half term break

A supportive central team [reprographics, ICT, HR, Finance] which enables teachers to focus on teaching

Paid opportunities to teach during school holiday clubs

Subsidised holiday provision for children of staff

Free access to the Gateway Academy Fitness Suite

GLC Staff Nursery [Competitive rates and term time only]

The GLC embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We warmly welcome applicants who are interested in this position to visit our school prior to making an application. Please contact Elisha.Ryan@theglc.org.uk to arrange a visit.

If you would like to apply for this position, please visit our website and complete an online application form:https://recruit.sampeople.co.uk/Jobboard/Vacancy/Details?campaignref=SCH-GLC-0268

The GLC is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the appointment will be subject to the completion of pre employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance and enhanced DBS disclosure.

In line with the recommended practice in the statutory guidance 'KCSIE' the school will conduct searches for information on shortlisted candidates which is publicly available online. The purpose is limited:

- to identify issues which call into question the applicants' suitability to work with children;

- to verify employment history

Only information related to the purposes stated will be shared with the Panel. Any information will be discussed with candidates at interview before any decisions regarding the recruitment process are made.

Information about the School

Lansdowne Primary Academy Lansdowne Road Tilbury Essex RM18 7QB 01375 487200

Head of School: Dan George NOR 690

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.