Tutor Polaris Children’s Services – Lyttelton House School Tutor
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Basic Salary: £, FTE
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Proposed Start Date: May
About Our School
Located in Andover, Hampshire, our school has the capacity for up to pupils and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged to years with a range of complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive and nurturing environment where every child feels valued, respected and empowered. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress is complemented by emotional wellbeing and personal growth.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over years. Within the Polaris Community, we have fifteen SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each young person with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We’re also incredibly proud that % of our education services have been rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role Responsibilities
1. Support the improvement of wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience and behaviour management within Lyttelton House School
2. Work with members of the Education Team to support young people’s personal and academic development by removing barriers to learning
3. Promote positive learning behaviours with young people
4. Lead classes during PPA and absence cover (planning will be supported by teaching staff)
5. Deliver an enrichment ‘Golden Time’ activity
6. Provide in-class support for academic, pastoral, emotional or behavioural needs
7. Respond to immediate concerns, clarifying and resolving situations appropriately
8. Create and collate information relating to lessons and interventions delivered
9. Assist in the preparation of information for meetings relating to pupils
10. Act as an advocate for the ethos of Lyttelton House School
11. Lead on Reading and Phonics, reviewing progress made by young people
12. Develop the role of Pupil Voice, liaising with the Senior Leadership Team regarding the Pupil Council
13. Develop relationships with parents/carers, taking an active role in transitions and consultation visits
Requirements
14. A strong basic education, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills
15. Previous experience in a similar role ()
16. Experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an educational setting
17. Confidence to take additional responsibility in a specific area of school (, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga, etc.)
18. Experience of behaviour management and related techniques
19. Commitment to professional development and willingness to learn
What We Offer
20. A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included)
21. A commitment to support your development through a wide range of professional opportunities
22. An opportunity to make a significant contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe educational provision
23. A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving outcomes