Job Description
Join Our Team at Polaris Education - The Olive Frances School!
Position: Tutor
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £24,000 FTE
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Banbury, Oxfordshire
About Our School
Welcome to The Olive Frances School, nestled in the heart of Banbury, Oxfordshire! We are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for up to 84 pupils aged 5 to 18 with a range of complex needs. Our mission is to foster a positive atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered.
As part of the Polaris Community, we have been passionately transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We take pride in our commitment to excellence, with 100% of our education services rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Tutor, you will play a vital role in enhancing the well-being and academic success of our students. Your responsibilities will include:
* Supporting the improvement of well-being, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management.
* Collaborating with the education team to help young people overcome barriers to learning.
* Promoting positive learning behaviours among students.
* Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
* Delivering engaging enrichment activities during golden time.
* Assisting in lessons to address academic, pastoral, emotional, or behavioural needs.
* Responding to immediate concerns and clarifying situations.
* Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
* Preparing information for meetings about pupils.
* Advocating for the ethos of the school.
* Leading on reading and phonics, reviewing progress made by students.
* Developing the role of Pupil Voice and liaising with SLT about the Pupil Council.
* Building relationships with parents/carers and actively participating in transitions and consultations.
What We’re Looking For
To thrive in this role, you should possess the following:
* A strong educational background, with at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, along with sound IT skills.
* Previous experience in a similar role, such as HLTA.
* Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
* Confidence to take on additional responsibilities in areas like Food Hygiene, Forest School, lunchtimes, or School Yoga.
* Knowledge of behaviour management techniques.
* A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
What We Offer You
At The Olive Frances School, we believe in nurturing not just our students, but our staff too! Here’s what you can expect:
* A workplace that prioritizes the emotional health and well-being of everyone, including you!
* Support for your professional development through a variety of opportunities to acquire new skills.
* The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
* A friendly and inclusive team passionate about improving outcomes for our students.
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, with the cost covered by Polaris Community.
Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.