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 believe in creating a nurturing and empowering environment for children aged 5 to 16 with complex needs. Located in Andover, Hampshire, our school is dedicated to fostering emotional wellbeing and personal growth alongside academic progress.
About Us
With a capacity for up to 60 pupils, Lyttelton House School is part of the Polaris Community, which has been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We proudly operate fifteen SEN schools across the UK, all rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. Join us in our mission to provide tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe and supportive environment!
Role Responsibilities
As a Tutor, you will play a vital role in supporting our students' development. Your responsibilities will include:
* 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.
* Addressing immediate concerns and resolving situations effectively.
* Creating and compiling information related to lessons and interventions.
* Preparing information for meetings regarding pupils.
* Advocating for the ethos of Lyttelton House School.
* Leading on Reading and Phonics, tracking student progress.
* Developing the Pupil Voice initiative and liaising with the Senior Leadership Team.
* Building relationships with parents/carers and supporting transitions.
Requirements and Qualifications
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).
* Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
* The 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
At Polaris, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff. Here’s what you can expect:
* A supportive workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
* Opportunities for professional development through various training programs.
* The chance to make a significant 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 need 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 look forward to welcoming you to our team!