Learning Support Tutor

Job summary

BCT is looking for full and part time learning support tutors (various hours available) to join the SEN department and support learners to achieve their full potential.Essential qualifications

Maths and English GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent (Level 2)

Experience working with Children / Young people at KS4 /KS5 in education or mentoring, preferably in a diverse environment

Essential skills

The ability to work in a way which promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults

Experience of working with Children / Young people with additional needs /SEN learners with knowledge of educational health care plans and assessment strategies for differentiating instruction to meet student needs

Ability to work effectively with students of varying abilities, backgrounds, and learning styles

Knowledge of behaviour management techniques, safeguarding protocols, and pastoral care

Adaptability – shift priorities, work independently, and contribute to a positive team environment

Interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and parents

Proficiency in implementing interventions, accommodations, and assistive technologies to support student learning and development

Communication

including active listening, empathy, and making complex information accessible

Promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equity, and respecting the unique strengths and challenges of each studentDesirable skills

Additional training or certification in special education, behavioural interventions, or related areas

Experience implementing differentiated instruction and personalised learning approaches

Familiarity with technology/other specialised resources to enhance student engagement and independence

Experience working collaboratively with SENCOs, educational psychologists, or support agencies

Experience of creative practice

Key tasks

Support designated learner(s) to achieve their personal education plan (PEP) targets

Support learners' specific behavioural needs and learning barriers, with instruction comprehension and proofreading

Encourage good attendance, punctuality and independent learning

Encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and promote self-esteem

Support tutors to ensure learners have an exciting programme that enables them to progress

Record academic progress and promote positive behaviour, safety and wellbeing

Collaborate with the tutor to refine lesson plans to suit additional learner needs

To plan and deliver personalised learning tailored to learners’ needs

Collaborate with colleagues and to facilitate holistic support and continuity of care for students

Effectively liaise with parents, guardians, and external stakeholders to support student progress and well-beingStaff benefits

Company pension scheme

Healthcare cashback

Bike-to-work scheme

Professional opportunities development available

Staff social events

Interest-free emergency or career development loans

Free on-site lunches during term-time

Employee assistance programme

Salary and days of work

This is a permanent position with multiple roles available, please state your working hours preference on your application

Up to 35 hours across 5 days a week for 36 weeks per year (term-time)

Start Date ASAP

Pro rata of full-time equivalent £27,300 salary (actual salary will depend on hours)

We welcome industry professionals who wish to enter teaching, via the fully funded Taking Teaching Further scheme’s qualification. This includes 6 months of reduced timetable for training with full pay and lesson cover.How to apply

Please apply on our site or through FE Jobs.