Position: Personal Tutor - Fitness and Life Science
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
Salary: £31,719 - £35,667 per annum (pro-rated for term time)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Sheffield
Hours: 37 hours per week X 40 weeks per year
We are unable to consider part-time applications.
The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.
About The Role
As a Personal Tutor, you will play a crucial role in not only supporting individual student needs but also in contributing to the broader mission of providing an enriching and supportive learning environment. As a member of the student experience team, Personal tutors will support and work with curriculum staff and students by implementing and assisting interventions to improve outcomes regarding attendance, achievement, and destinations. The post will be of interest to those who want to work within an educational setting and who may wish to eventually pursue a career in teaching. You will be reporting to Head of Student Experience Joe Austin and work closely with the teaching, support staff and Elite Sport Academies, as well as liaising with parents and external organisations when appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide personalised support to students to ensure their well-being and academic success.
* Work closely with teaching staff to enhance students' academic and personal experiences.
* Implement and support interventions aimed at improving student outcomes in areas such as attendance, achievement, and post-college destinations.
* Deliver a range of engaging tutorials through the SHAPE programme, improving and maintaining positive destinations of students, including through internal progression and UCAS applications.
Skills & Knowledge
We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following:
* The ability to work across college teams, including SEND, academic staff, exams, and Safeguarding.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to build a positive rapport with learners.
* Experience in leading improvements in student participation, attendance, and behaviour.
* Experience of supporting students with low-level safeguarding concerns.
* Relevant qualifications and English and maths level 2 or equivalent.
If you would like to be a part of a successful team and a fantastic college, please apply!
What We Offer
* Enhanced Pension Contribution
* Work-Life Balance – Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
* Sustainability – Cycle to Work Scheme, Salary Sacrifice car lease scheme for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
* Continuing Professional Development
* Access to retail discounts for the Totum Card
* Supporting employees at all stages of life – enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies
Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:
Email
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Next Steps
Closing Date: 27th January 2025
Shortlisting: 28th/29th January
Interview Date: W/C 3rd February
We appreciate your interest and look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity and Inclusion
* We value diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from everyone as a Leaders in Diversity employer.
* As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process, upon appointment, and as employees.
* If you require reasonable adjustments or support at any point, please contact us via the details above.
Safeguarding and Recruitment
* We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
* Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures.
* Further details on the employment of ex-offenders are available in the documents attached to this advert.
Application Process
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* To apply, click apply and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team via email. CVs are currently not accepted.
We are focused on achieving our vision of being leaders in technical and academic education, creating exceptional opportunities for the communities that we serve to realise their aspirations.
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