Position: Personal Tutor (Building Technologies) Salary: Level 6 Contract: Permanent (pro-rated for term time) Location: Sheffield Hours: 37 Hours X 40 Weeks 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 our mission to transform lives through learning, this role is pivotal in our ambitions to provide all students with the best possible experience at college. The role encompasses student support and advocation whilst working alongside curriculum staff to enhance positive experiences, wellbeing, and academic achievement at college. As a member of the pastoral team, the personal tutor will deliver tutorial lessons increasing the breadth of SHAPE (Staying Safe, Health & Well-being, Active Citizenship, Progression & Careers and Equality Matters). 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. Key Responsibilities Supporting the delivery of academy’s interview, enrolment, and induction processes. Improving outcomes for all academy students through formal 1:1s and other pastoral interventions. Working and liaising with curriculum staff, cross college departments and external agencies to improve student attendance, progress, and achievement. Delivering a range of engaging tutorials through the SHAPE programme. Improving and maintaining positive destinations of students, including through internal progression and UCAS applications. Using IT systems to record activity and data to improve performance. 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 qualities: 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, including mental health, and driving equality, diversity and inclusion activities. Relevant qualifications and English and maths level 2 or equivalent. 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: Jobssheffcol.ac.uk 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. We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you 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: Sunday 5th January 2025 Interview Date: Monday 13th January 2025 As a Leaders in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Also, as a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us via the details above. We are an employer who is 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 can be found in the documents attached to this advert. Please click the links below to view the job description, person specification and notes of guidance. If you are accessing this advert on your mobile device, the box will be replaced by a button. To apply please click apply and follow the links and complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process please contact People Operations Team via email. CVs currently not accepted. The Company 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. About disability confident Disabled candidates who meet all the essential criteria will be offered an interview for this vacancy. Contact the jobssheffcol.ac.uk for full details. The disability confident scheme supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to your workplace. Our Values Diversity Inclusion Engagement Meet our Senior Team The Sheffield College is a Further Education Corporation under the Further and Higher Education Act 1992. Our Mission as a college is to transform lives through learning. Our Senior Team are the people who are ultimately responsible for making this happen. Angela Foulkes Chief Executive and Principal Andrew Hartley Deputy Chief Executive and Executive Director of Commercial and Operations Martin Harrison Executive Director of Finance Paul Simpson Executive Director, People Mark Pearson Executive Director of Strategy & Systems Improvement d-none Anne-Marie Holdsworth Director of Governance Dave Trounce Deputy Principal Documents