Personal Progress Tutor
Job description
* One Sixth Form, Ipswich
* 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per year - Permanent
* Salary: £29,093 - £32,654 per annum (Dependent on qualifications and experience)
* Actual Salary: £25,329 - £28,430 per annum
We are seeking an enthusiastic candidate to join our team as a Personal Progress Tutor to provide essential support and guidance to learners across various college departments. This role plays a key part in nurturing student success and supporting their personal and academic development throughout their educational journey. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of tutoring and mentoring principles, a passion for empowering learners, and preferably experience in Further Education (FE) and pastoral care. A minimum of a Level 4 qualification in Education or a related field is required.
Key responsibilities
* Providing individualised pastoral support through Personal Development Reviews, coaching and mentoring students, and setting SMART targets for personal growth.
* Facilitating weekly Next Steps sessions on current issues, monitoring and following up on attendance especially for targeted students or groups, and maintaining accurate records.
* Addressing safeguarding concerns, supporting student support plans, referring students to services such as careers advice, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders to track progress and manage behavioural or wellbeing issues.
We offer a wide range of staff benefits
* Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
* Family friendly policies and flexible working
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
* Free parking
* Canteen
* Company events
* Access to various memberships and discount schemes
* Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
* Funded subject course development for your role
* Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
* Career progression opportunities
About Eastern Education Group
Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward‑thinking education provider committed to delivering high‑quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.
Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.
As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.
Our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be beneficial if you are invited to attend an interview.
Closing and Interview Dates
Closing Date: 8.00am on Wednesday 12th November
Interviews: Wednesday 19th November
We reserve the right to appoint prior to the listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre‑employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
For further information please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
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