Job Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Academic Tutor for English to join our fantastic team at CHS South.

This is a Grade 5, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is 24,223 and the full time equivalent is 28,163.

We're looking for:

A dedicated and knowledgeable Academic Tutor to join our team. As an academic tutor, you will play a vital role in students learning through the delivery of programmes of work to address key areas of learning. You will provide personalized academic support, helping students develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed, whilst setting high expectations and providing effective feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement.



You will need to have proven ability in the English and be educated to A Level within the subject, plus numeracy skills at least equivalent to NQF Level 2. Previous experience working with children and young people within education is highly deseireable. You will also be able to work independently and manage a range of tasks within fixed timescales with Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively and establish strong working relationships.

Main purpose of the job:

As Academic Tutor you will complement the professional work of teachers by taking responsibility for delivering agreed learning activities to identified groups of students. This will involve planning, preparing and delivering learning programmes to individual and small groups in addressing the needs of students who require help to overcome barriers to areas of learning in English or Maths.


You will also be responsible for assessing the progress of students and recording assessments on the appropriate school systems. The main contacts of the job are: Curriculum Leader, SLT Line manager, SLT at the school, teaching staff, other support staff, students, parents, and external support services.


Key responsibilities will include:





Work with groups of students in the delivery of programmes of work to address key areas of learning. Assess the needs of students and use detailed knowledge and specialist skills/training/experience to support students' learning. Establish productive working relationships with students, by presenting a positive personal image and setting high expectations. Provide effective feedback to students in relation to progress and achievement. Promote inclusion, independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement of self-reliance. Implement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes, adjusting activities according to student responses/needs, including assessment. Plan, adapt and deliver learning activities that address the barriers to learning experienced by the student(s) using the learning strategies of the English or Maths department to support the development of students' skills. Select and prepare resources necessary to lead learning activities, taking account of students' interests, language, and cultural backgrounds. Support the use of ICT in learning activities and develop students' competence and independence in its use. Organise and manage appropriate learning environment and resources. Monitor and evaluate student responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against predetermined learning objectives. Undertake marking of students' work and accurately record achievement/progress. Administer and assess routine tests and invigilate exams. Record progress and achievement in lessons/activities systematically and providing evidence of a range and level of progress and attainment.

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

- annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses

Generous Pension Contribution

- over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff

Good holidays

teachers as per School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document;

non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave

plus bank holidays,

increasing to 31 days

with 5 years' service

Cyclescheme

- save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free

Employee Assistance Programmes

- including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines

Credit Union

- regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans

Flexible working options

- we're happy to talk flexible working where possible

Mental Health First Aid

in every school

Blue Light Card

- discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more

bYond cashback card

- spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

CHS South

CHS South is a 11-16 eight-form entry, mixed, comprehensive school opened in conjunction with Chorlton High School in 2018. Our school provides a full capacity of 1200 in our brand-new building which opened in September 2021.


We provide an education built on the values of offering every young person we encounter the skills needed to craft a

creative, happy

, and

successful

future. We ensure the young people at CHS South have access to a broad and forward-thinking enrichment curriculum. We are well positioned to offer a diverse and engaging sports curriculum through our fantastic relationships with the vast array of sports providers in our community. Furthermore, our expertise and understanding of the creative arts, ensures our young people are provided with the opportunities to develop and hone their skills to become the next generation of creative trailblazers.


We received our first Ofsted inspection in January 2023 and were graded as 'good' in all areas.

"CHS South is a welcoming and supportive community. Pupils are proud of their school. Pupils understand the school values of 'ready, respectful, safe', and they try hard to follow them in all that they do."


Visit our website to learn more: https://www.chssouth.org.uk/

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.


Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.


Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobs@prospere.org.uk.