Our Story

At Eastern Multi-Academy Trust (EMAT), we believe that every child deserves an excellent education - and that starts with exceptional staff.

King's Lynn Academy is one of the fastest improving schools in the region, driven by a passionate and committed team dedicated to delivering excellence in education. Since 2017, we've transformed our standards, built a strong culture of ambition and inclusion, and developed innovative support systems that have significantly reduced exclusions and boosted pupil outcomes. Our staff work collaboratively to ensure every student receives high-quality teaching, care, and guidance, supported by a proactive pastoral team and a rich, inclusive curriculum. If you're looking to join a dynamic, forward-thinking school where your contribution will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

At EMAT, you'll be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust that invests in its people and we offer all employees:

A leadership team who listen and act on feedback.
High-quality CPD and clear career development pathways.
A highly trained team to support learning.
Wellbeing support, including access to employee assistance programmes.
Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities.
Being part of a Trust that values inclusion, diversity, and collaboration.
Peace of mind with some of the most generous pension schemes in the job market.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Reading Leader to join our dedicated team. This exciting new role at King's Lynn Academy has two main responsibilities.

Firstly, to establish a strong culture of reading across the academy, which encourages all pupils to recognise the value and joys of reading. This will include overseeing a welcoming and well-resourced library at the heart of the school, whilst leading a range of other opportunities for pupils to positively engage with reading. This will be achieved by promoting competitions to incentivise and reward reading, organising events to celebrate a diverse range of interesting stories, and fostering partnerships with relevant organisations in the wider community to further pupils' experience of reading.

Secondly, to coordinate programmes to improve pupils' reading proficiency. This will involve the administration of testing, analysis of results, and the planning of tailored interventions to effectively target pupils' needs and develop their reading skills. This work will contribute to the academy's broader ambition of ensuring all pupils are able to read to the expected standard of their age and fully access the world around them.

The Reading Leader will work in collaboration with colleagues across the school, such as the Head of English, to meet these responsibilities.

About You

Qualified to Level 2 English and Maths (GCSE A-C or equivalent)
Relevant course to support learning e . g NVQ3 relevant library and information qualifications or equivalent experience
Previous experience in the operation of organisational and administrative procedures including excellent ICT skills
Proven experience working in an educational environment
Previous experience working with students and meeting their particular needs and requirements
Flexible and adaptable to undertake varied duties
Ability to work calmly under pressure
Ability to relate to different ages and abilities

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

Eastern Multi-Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with Children's Barred List where applicable), satisfactory references and medical clearance.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer, committed to equity, representation and belonging. We value the diversity of our workforce and believe that different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives strengthen our schools and enrich our communities.

We actively welcome applications from suitably qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented groups, and from candidates who are neurodiverse. If you require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments so that everyone can perform at their best.

We also welcome applications for part-time, flexible and job-share working, where this can be accommodated within the role.

How to Apply

Please review the full job description and person specification and complete the application to show how you meet the essential requirements. We'd also like to hear about your relevant experience, what you can bring to the role, and your aspirations for the future.

King's Lynn Academy, King's Lynn, Norfolk jobs

Reading Leader