Job Purpose
• To ensure that all students being supported make maximum progress.
• To deliver small group tutoring sessions to 1:1 or groups of 2-4 students at a time.
• To support students from years 7-11 at both Key Stages 3 and 4.
• To deliver tutoring sessions during the school day and as part of the extended day from 3:30 p.m.
• To follow department and whole school guidelines with regards to the tutoring sessions and how they run.
• To ensure tutoring sessions are well planned and engaging for students within the sessions.
• To communicate effectively with the Assistant Headteacher- Inclusion and DSL and Assistant Headteacher- Head of English to ascertain what content needs to be covered and feedback on student progress from your sessions.
• To reinforce consistently the school’s 10 school uniform non-negotiables.
Safeguarding
• To be familiar with school policies, in particular safeguarding procedures, and promote the welfare of children.
Key Responsibilities
• Ensure potentially vulnerable students can succeed through differentiation and stimulating session delivery.
• Deliver small group tutoring sessions to students at Key Stage 4.
• Monitor student data and use it to inform practice.
• Ensure school uniform is worn correctly.
• Promote positive attitudes to learning and behaviour for learning with vulnerable students.
• Uphold and promote the values and ethos of the school.
Person Specification
• A willingness to embrace a growth mindset.
• A commitment to helping students improve their Cultural Capital so that their chances of success in the world are improved.
• A motivated individual who can inspire.
• A team player putting students first and working with colleagues efficiently and effectively; recognising the ‘greater good’ and playing a full part in #TeamBlenheim.
• A genuine interest and enjoyment in working with students.
• Relevant qualification at up to degree level.
• Possess the ability to tutor English up to GCSE level.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and tenacity.
• Confident, assertive and able to thrive in a busy environment.
• Ability to motivate pupils through a variety of methods, including competition, rewards, sanctions and the setting of SMART goals.
• Ability to successfully encourage students to achieve their academic and recreational potential.
• Commitment to provide a supporting and challenging environment for all students.
General
• Demonstrate a keen interest in all aspects of school life.
• To show solidarity by supporting school policy, and the Leadership team, publicly.