Specialist Support Tutor

You will deliver personalised support to students with identified learning needs, helping them access their education and make meaningful progress. Referrals may arise through Additional Learning Support (ALS), Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), English and maths teams, tailored study programmes or needs identified during a student's time at College. Working collaboratively with curriculum teams, specialist support colleagues and the Wellbeing and Safeguarding Team, you will help create an inclusive learning environment where students are supported to become more independent and achieve their potential.,

• Plan and deliver engaging teaching and learning sessions in English, maths, language and, where required, study skills.
• Assess individual learning and support needs, set SMART targets and monitor student progress.
• Support the implementation of EHCP provision and contribute to reviews and recommendations.
• Promote the use of assistive technology, specialist equipment and appropriate learning strategies to maximise independence.
• Support exam access arrangements by providing evidence of students' normal ways of working.
• Complete support assessments, support plans, risk assessments and relevant documentation.
  
  IEG Group is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Specialist Support Tutor - Core Skills to deliver high-quality, tailored teaching and learning to students across the College. Working with individuals and small groups, you will help students develop their English, maths, language and study skills, enabling them to engage more confidently with their learning and achieve their goals., You will be a student-centred and inclusive practitioner who understands the barriers that students with SEND may face and knows how to help them overcome these.
You will bring a positive, flexible and professional approach, with the ability to build effective relationships, communicate with a range of stakeholders and work both independently and as part of a team. You will also have the confidence to respond calmly to challenging situations, adapt your teaching to individual needs and use a range of strategies and technologies to promote learning and independence., To be successful in this role, you will need:
• A Level 5 teaching qualification, such as a Diploma in Education and Training, Cert Ed or PGCE.
• Experience of teaching, assessing individual support needs, planning learning and reviewing student progress.
• Experience of setting and reviewing SMART targets and person-centred outcomes.
• A good understanding of SEND, learning barriers, inclusive practice and relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of risk assessments, data protection and the importance of maintaining accurate and confidential records..
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion and continuous professional development.
• A specialist qualification at Level 3 or above in English, maths, language or SEND would be desirable, alongside experience of delivering EHCP provision, staff training or support in higher education.
  
  Term Time Working: Enjoy school holidays off, including Christmas and Easter breaks, with no requirement to book annual leave during these periods.
• Competitive Pension: Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.