Job Description
Join Our Team as a Tutor at Polaris Children's Services - Lyttelton House School!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Polaris Children's Services, we are dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children aged 5 to 16 with complex needs. Located in Andover, Hampshire, our school is a vibrant community where every child is valued and empowered to thrive.
About Us
With a capacity for up to 60 pupils, we have been transforming lives for over 30 years. As part of the Polaris Community, which includes fifteen SEN schools across the UK, we pride ourselves on delivering tailored, diverse education that promotes engagement and inspires achievement. We are thrilled to share that 100% of our education services have been rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!
Your Role
As a Tutor, you will play a crucial role in supporting our students' personal and academic development. Here’s what you’ll be doing:
* Enhancing wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management.
* Collaborating with the Education Team to remove barriers to learning.
* Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
* Delivering engaging enrichment activities during 'Golden Time'.
* Providing in-class support for academic, pastoral, emotional, or behavioural needs.
* Responding to immediate concerns and resolving situations effectively.
* Creating and collating lesson and intervention information.
* Acting as an advocate for our school’s ethos.
* Leading on Reading and Phonics, tracking student progress.
* Developing the Pupil Voice and liaising with the Senior Leadership Team.
* Building strong relationships with parents/carers during transitions and consultations.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should have:
* A strong educational background, with at least GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics.
* Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., HLTA) and working with pupils with SEMH.
* Confidence to take on additional responsibilities in specific areas (e.g., Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga).
* Experience in behaviour management techniques.
* A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
What We Offer You
At Polaris, we believe in valuing the emotional health and wellbeing of our team. Here’s what you can expect:
* A supportive workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
* Opportunities for professional growth through a variety of development programs.
* The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
* A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving outcomes for our students.
Join us in our mission to provide high-quality teaching in a safe educational environment. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Polaris Community.
Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
We can’t wait to welcome you to our team!