Progress tutor, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Responsibilities

Supporting students in the applications process by mentoring application quality and Personal Statement writing. Delivering PD sessions. Supporting students in their career and progression planning and advising on how to access guidance on making informed choices. Monitoring the attendance of students in line with college targets, setting improvement targets for students where necessary. Establishing a tutor group identity and a rapport with individual students.

Knowledge of post-16 education and options reness of key Safeguarding issues relating to young people. Educated to degree level. Good interpersonal, organisational and administrative skills. Ability to build strong, professional relationships with students, staff, and families.

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Full NJC terms and conditions for support staff in sixth form colleges.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment where safeguarding is a core priority.
• Access to TCAT+, our Reward, Recognition and Wellbeing platform, including retailer discounts and benefits, car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and other online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.
• Access to a comprehensive CPD framework through 'Education Connect', our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College.
• Safer Recruitment Statement.