Job Overview
Job description
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic part-time Learning Support Tutor to join our Support for Learning Department for days a week plus additional Saturdays.
Overview
Reporting to the SENDCo, the learning support tutor will implement agreed programmes of learning with individuals or in small groups with students with complex additional needs.
The nature and level of the program is likely to be varied and may require specialist knowledge of areas of educational needs and learning preferences and/or teaching English as an additional language in line with the school's commitment to support for all students.
Experience of working with individuals with additional needs such as EAL, ADHD or ADD would be desirable in ensuring that the needs of our students are supported in either the classroom, small group interventions or individual lessons.
Support for Students
* Deliver individual or group sessions with students to support specific barriers to learning associated with the four broad areas of need (SEND)
* Deliver individual or group sessions with students to support their development of English language skills in order to access the curriculum (EAL)
* Use specialist skills, training and experience to support students in the classroom and during modified curriculum lessons
* Deliver and implement a program to support students study skills and executive functioning skills
* Demonstrate an understanding of the sensory processing communication and the anxiety needs of individuals who are autistic or display autistic traits
* Develop systems and routines that support individuals who thrive within a given structure but also encourage the creativity and the individuality of students to succeed with independence.
* Assist with the development, implementation and review of individual learning profiles
* Establish productive working relationships with staff and students acting as a role model and setting high expectations
* Promote inclusion and acceptable of all students within the classroom alongside advocating form and believe in equitable education for all
* Encourage students to interact and work cooperatively with others and engage in a range of opportunities available within our co curricular curriculum
* Facilitate the access arrangements for students during centre-based assessments to develop a student’s normal way of working
* Provide pastoral support to relevant students when relevant
* Challenge and motivate students promote and reinforce self-esteem and resilience
Curriculum Support
* Implement agreed learning activities / teaching programs, adjusting activities according to students’ responses and needs
* Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop students’ competence and independence in its use
* Determine the need for, prepare and maintain general and specialist equipment and resources
* Plan, develop and deliver an SEND curriculum in line with the requirements of the students and as outlined by the SENDCo
* Plan, develop and deliver an EAL curriculum in line with the requirements of the students and as outlined by the SENDCo
* Liaise with teachers to ensure the sharing of good practice to develop strategies to support students to achieve their learning goals
* Be responsible for keeping and updating records as outline by the SENDCo, contribute to annual reviews and records as requested
Supporting The School
* Maintain confidentiality
* Effective communication with staff and parents
* Attend, make notes and participate in regular meeting with parents and teachers
* Support in the collection of evidence for alternative learning approaches in exams
* Proactively complete administrative duties and maintain accurate records related to students with SEND
* Contribute to the overall ethos / works and aims of the school
* participate in training and other activities as required
* supervise students on visits trips and out of school activities as required
* Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection. Reporting all concerns to the relevant person
Personal Specification
* Excellent literacy and numeracy skills
* NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistant or HLTA qualification or equivalent
* Knowledge of the four areas of need and experience of working with children with SEND and/or children speaking English as an additional language
* Understanding of the strategies needed to effectively support and manage the learning of students with SEND
* Experience working with students with additional needs
* Experience of applying targets from individual learning plans
* Experience of establishing successful learning relationships with a variety of children
* Understanding of principles of child development and learning processes
* Ability to effectively use ICT and other technology equipment to support learning
Days of Work: Monday - Tuesday 8.30am - 4.30pm plus some Saturday mornings (approximately 24 hours in the year)
Salary: Dependent on experience. Exceeds NMW.
Closing Date for applications: 11th July 2025
Notes
Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the Learning Support Tutor will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role, as directed by the SENDCo.
This job description may be amended at any time in line with the needs of the school, in consultation with the postholder.
General
Wrekin Old Hall Trust Ltd is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.
Applicants will be subject to online background checks if selected for interview. The appointment will be subject to a clear enhanced DBS check, prohibition from teaching checks, satisfactory employment references, proof of identify and the right to work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr