Job Title: Assistant Learning Services Tutor
Salary: £12.85 per hour (plus 14.49% in lieu of holiday pay)
Casual Contract
Location: Worcestershire, Hybrid Working
Team: Learning Services Worcestershire

The Role:

Learning Services Worcestershire is seeking dedicated and passionate Assistant Tutors to join our teams at the Fairfield Learning Centre, Worcester and Willow Trees Community Centre, Redditch.

We are a key component of the Young Adult Learning programmes delivered in Worcestershire, providing alternative pathways for learners who are not yet ready to enter college or apprenticeships.

We support learners who have experienced educational disruptions or struggled to find the right learning environment, enabling them to thrive and achieve their goals.

As an Assistant Tutor, you will work closely with lead Tutors to provide high-quality classroom support to our learners. These learners come from various backgrounds and have diverse needs, ranging from those who have experienced the care system to individuals with low-level additional needs supported through an Education and Health Care Plan.

Your role will be essential in helping these learners develop the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their learning programmes.

Indicative responsibilities:

Support Lead Tutors in the delivery of structured learning sessions, ensuring a responsive approach to individual and group activities
Assist in the delivery of various curriculum areas, including Health and Social Care, Education, Employability, English & Maths (Functional Skills/GCSE), Hair and Beauty, and wellbeing and pastoral activity
Build positive relationships with learners, providing guidance and support based on their unique needs and circumstances.
Contribute to collaborative activity with other council teams and referral agencies to ensure effective coordination of support services.
Support the team to track learner attendance and monitor progress across all components of their learning programme.
Work closely with the Young Adult team to implement the overall learning plan for each learner.

Requirements:

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to relate well to young learners.
Understanding of the challenges faced by learners who have experienced educational disruptions or have additional needs.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing needs.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Experience working with young people in a similar capacity, such as in youth work or coaching environments.
Relevant qualifications or experience in one or more of the subject areas being taught.

Please see the attached Job Role and Person Specification for full details.

There are opportunities for professional development and growth within our graded career development structure.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and possess the required qualifications and skills, we would love to hear from you.

You can also call 01905 728537 and ask for Beccy Fraser if you have additional questions

Benefits:
You’ll find an overview of the benefits Worcestershire County Council have to offer on our webpage Why work for us? | Worcestershire County Council, so do take a look! Some of these offers include:

Professional Learning & Development: This role has the opportunity for advancement. We actively encourage learning and development for all our staff should they want to progress further or explore other areas within the organisation.
Flexible Working: We are proud to offer hybrid working to provide a better work/life balance where possible.

Equality & Diversity:

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

How to Apply:
Please apply using the application form attached and send via email to Beccy Fraser, Quality Manager for skills and Qualifications: rfraser@worcestershire.gov.uk.

Application Closing Date: 04/02/2025
Anticipated Interview Date: As and when applications come in.

Worcestershire County Council

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