Job Description
About the Company: 1st Staff are one of the UK’s leading alternative education providers working nationwide with specialist staff, helping students from 4-25 years of age with both educational and therapeutic needs.
About the Role: As a tutor you will be required to deliver tuition sessions to help these students gain the confidence and level required to attain the qualifications needed and potentially return to further education. Unlike other agencies, 1st Staff also provide a support network for all our tutors; we have a lead tutor for your specific area, Designated Safeguarding Leads, curriculum leads for Maths and English, behavioural specialist and a Head of Education.
Responsibilities:
* Assess students' academic needs and develop personalised lesson plans to address those needs.
* Utilise effective teaching strategies to engage students and enhance their understanding of the subject matter.
* Monitor and track students' progress, providing regular feedback.
* Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
* Maintain a positive and supportive learning environment for students.
Qualifications:
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Required Skills:
* Previous experience working with young people in an educational setting, such as tutoring, teaching, mentoring etc.
* Confidence working with a range of SEN/SEMH and challenging behaviours.
* Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively explain concepts to students of all ages.
* Knowledge of various tutoring techniques.
* Patience, empathy, and the ability to build rapport with students.
* Flexibility in adapting to different student needs and learning styles.
Pay range and compensation package: Excellent pay rates up to £25 per hour (depending on experience/qualifications). Flexible part-time or full-time hours to suit your schedule.
Working Hours:
Monday to Friday between the hours of 0830 - 1630
Part Time - Typically 2 to 3 hours per day.
Full Time - Up to 30 hours.
Equal Opportunity Statement: 1st Staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Tutor employment status: This is not a self-employed tutoring/teaching position; you will work through a zero-hour contract basis and will be paid via PAYE. We do not offer any expenses coverage.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Application question(s):
* Do you have an Enhanced DBS on the update service?
* Do you have a valid driver's licence?
Work Location: In person