Progress Development Tutor (Fixed Term Maternity Cover) 0.6 FTE
Computing & Digital
Location: Sunderland
Post Type: Part Time Term Time
Hours per Week: 22.2
Weeks per Year: 40
Contract Type: Fixed Term- 12 Months
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 28 April 2025
Reference: 0212-25
About the College
Sunderland College has been delivering highly successful courses for more than 20 years and is one of the largest providers of post-16 education in the North East with approximately 14,300 students. The College aims to develop and positively shape lives, communities, and the economy through teaching, learning and development of skills. Our students consistently achieve outstanding results and Sunderland College has been ranked in the top 25% in the country for student achievement rates. In October 2024, we were ranked as Ofsted outstanding, and we are proud of our diverse student and staff community that provide our students with bespoke education pathways to help them achieve their future career goals.
About the Candidate
We are looking for an individual with the desire to push for continuous improvement, solving problems and inspiring those around them. You will need to be flexible in your approach and willing to maintain an up-to-date understanding of developments within the educational sector and/or industries pertinent to the College’s curriculum, students and locality. We are particularly interested in people with a strong pastoral background. You will support changemaker students to actively seek to create positive change in their community, workplace, or the world.
About the Role
This is a fixed term maternity cover, where you will be a key member of a collaborative team, focusing on providing excellent learner experiences. You will work closely with curriculum and student services staff to support the academic and personal development of our students.
The successful applicant will support a caseload of students, meeting regularly with them to help improve their learning skills and achieve their personal targets, as well as encourage, motivate, and support them to maximize their potential.
Role Responsibilities
* Work with Curriculum Teams to ensure that all students within caseload know their current grade and target grade.
* Support students in their personal development, enabling them to become independent learners.
* Be aware of safeguarding/vulnerable student needs and follow procedures for the higher duty of care required for these students.
* Provide students with information and guidance on accessing support available at the college.
* Collaborate effectively with cross-college staff including Programme Leaders and Curriculum Managers.
Qualifications
* Level 2 English and Maths and Level 2 Digital skills.
* Level 3 Qualification.
* Experience of working with a wide range of students in an educational setting.
* Experience of making effective use of learner progress tracking systems.
* Experience of working with young people and adults with varying levels of ability.
What’s in it for you?
* Generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
* Generous family leave and flexible working options.
* Access to pension schemes.
* Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts.
* Wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub.
* Free parking on most campuses.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
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