Do you have a genuine passion for empowering young people with learning disabilities? If you're a qualified teacher and have a creative flair for engaging learners, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Join our vibrant Supported Internship program in Staffordshire!
As a full-time Tutor (37.5 hours/week), you'll be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping young people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism access the world of work. Mencap's Internships combines education and work experience to prepare our learners for employment. As a Tutor, you will focus on the delivery of the educational element of Supported Internships programmes. This role requires the candidate to hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.
What you'll do
1. Inspire Young Minds: Create dynamic and engaging lessons that seamlessly integrate English and math into real-world employability skills.
2. Develop Essential Life Skills: Equip learners with practical life skills to navigate their communities with confidence and independence.
3. Think Outside the Box: Design innovative and fun lessons that spark curiosity and foster a love of learning.
4. Collaborate for Success: Work closely with team members to provide holistic support and help learners secure paid employment.
5. Deliver Accredited Qualifications: Teach accredited functional skills in English and Maths to prepare learners for future success.
6. Enjoy Dedicated Planning Time: We'll provide you with a full day each week to focus on planning and administrative tasks so you can deliver the best possible support to your learners.
7. Flexible Leave: We don't follow the academic year calendar, so you can take annual leave throughout the year, providing flexibility for your work-life balance.
If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply.
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Key Skills and Requirements for a Tutor (essential):
Qualifications:
* A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS) is preferred. However, candidates with a Level 3 qualification and willingness to undertake a Level 5 qualification post-probation will be considered.
* GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade 4/C or above.
Experience:
* Supporting individuals with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism.
* Delivering functional skills in English and Maths up to Level 2.
* Ability to meet targets and KPIs.
* Working with diverse learners.
* Classroom and behaviour management skills.
* Experience in a supported internship setting and knowledge of employment-related skills are desirable.
Personal Qualities
* Passionate about supporting young people with SEN.
* Creative, innovative, flexible, positive, and resilient.
Additional Notes:
* Interviews start w/c 7th July.
* Evidence of GCSE English and Maths qualifications and teaching qualifications required at interview.
* Salary based on qualifications and experience.
Benefits
We offer 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays), discounts, health plans, interest-free loans, and more. See attached document for full details.
About Mencap
We partner with people with learning disabilities to support independent living, provide advice, and promote meaningful employment. We aim to inspire you to reach your potential and develop as a person and leader.
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