Specialist Tutor - Dyslexia

It's true that every learner thinks differently, takes a unique approach towards tasks and processes information in their own way. Are you able to provide specialist support to young people and create a lasting impact? As a Specialist Dyslexia Tutor, you'll be key in supporting and teaching young people in small groups and 1-1. You'll be screening students in Further Education with dyslexic tendencies, organising exam concessions, and supporting those with EHCPs. We're confident that at the end of your working day, you'll have overcome challenges and barriers, making a genuine difference. Impactful, Inspiring, Influential... are just a few words that describe this role. As an Outstanding provider in East Kent, it's not a secret that we pride ourselves with our standards of supporting students. But we also focus on the wellbeing and support for our employees through an excellent benefits package.

• Qualified teacher (DET, PGCE or Certificate in Education).
• Level 7 SPLD qualified Assessor although experience as a Dyslexia Teacher with lower relevant qualifications would be considered.
• Two years successful experience of teaching students with specific learning difficulties.
• Experience of leading and managing a team, although not essential.
• Safeguarding Knowledge and understanding.
• Experience of a range of conditions and their impact on learning.
• The ability to adapt and engage with learners.
  
  Outstanding Ofsted Provider
East Kent Colleges Group is an Ofsted Outstanding rated provider. It is proud to be the first General Further Education college organisation in the country to have received the Outstanding grade against each of the strands under the new Ofsted inspection framework. An inclusive provider, our colleagues place our students and the communities we serve at the heart of everything they do across EKC Group and this is illustrated in our 'Strong' skills grading by Ofsted. Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and we ensure that all staff are aware of their responsibilities for upholding these principles. As a designated establishment, we are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore have an obligation to carry out checks to ensure that staff are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults. These checks include conviction/caution self-declaration, Enhanced DBS check and obtaining sufficient referencing.


• Generous and Consistent Holiday Pattern - 42 days FTE per annum (taken within our calendar holidays)
• Prime Location - Only minutes from the seafront, this is a truly idyllic place to work, and the perfect spot to spend your lunch break
• Flexible Personal Leave - Time off for your child's first day at nursery or school, moving homes and for interviews
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks - Inc. restaurant, grocery, retail and holidays discounts as well as car leasing and tech purchasing schemes, on-site nursery
• Wellbeing and Health Support - Generous sick pay, counselling services, discounted gym membership at Canterbury College, free eye tests and glasses vouchers, flexible support for medical appointments and return-to-work transitions
• Competitive Pension Scheme - 28% company contribution
• Culture and Recognition - Being part of Community Days, an Annual Staff Celebration Day, and an eco-friendly organisation dedicated to reaching net-zero by 2030