Job Description

Salary

32,523 - 36,566 per annum

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Package

Annual Leave- 30 Days (222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays (59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period
17.1% Employer Pension Contribution into Local Government Pension Scheme

Date posted

11/06/2025

Job reference

RR00000290

About us

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every stage.

Bloom is The Sheffield College's inclusive, specialist post-16 provision for young people with learning difficulties and disabilities. We offer ambitious, person-centred pathways that support learners aged 16-25 in building the confidence, skills and experiences needed to lead fulfilling adult lives.

Our Supported Internship programme is the final step in that journey for many of our learners - a bridge between education and employment, tailored around individual strengths and aspirations. It's a high-impact model of real-world inclusion, and we're looking for someone passionate to lead it from the front.

About the role

As a Work-Based Tutor, you will be the educational lead for our Supported Internship programme. You'll work closely with learners, families, employers and job coaches to design and deliver a meaningful, inclusive curriculum that prepares young people for sustained employment and adult life.

This is a dynamic, autonomous role where no two days are the same. One day you'll be teaching communication or problem-solving skills in a classroom setting; the next, you'll be visiting a student at their work placement, liaising with an employer, or shaping a new partnership.

You'll be part of a small, dedicated team that sees potential - not problems - and who believe in preparing learners for work in ways that are practical, empowering and real.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver a work skills curriculum that develops key employability skills including communication, problem solving, teamwork, and workplace behaviour. Work closely with learners, their job coaches and support networks to co-produce individualised learning and placement plans. Liaise with local employers to develop high-quality, inclusive work placements that reflect learners' strengths and interests. Monitor and assess learner progress against EHCP outcomes, employment goals and qualifications where appropriate. Promote independence, self-advocacy and confidence in all aspects of learners' journeys. Support the wider strategic development of Bloom's Supported Internship offer - bringing creativity, innovation and ambition to our model. Maintain strong safeguarding, data and reporting practices across all areas of delivery.

You will bring:

Experience of working with young people with learning difficulties, disabilities or neurodivergence. An understanding of how supported internships operate and the impact that can be gained. Strong understanding of inclusive education and supported employment principles (familiarity with EHCPs is essential). Teaching or training experience (a teaching qualification is desirable but not essential). Confidence in working independently and taking initiative to shape the programme. The ability to forge meaningful relationships with employers, advocate for inclusion, and match learners with opportunities that fit their goals. A belief that all young people can thrive in the workplace - with the right support, time and relationships.

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earn More About Supported Internships

For more information on the Supported Internship model, visit the National Development Team for Inclusion (NDTi) website:

https://www.ndti.org.uk/projects/supported-internships

If you want to find out more about the role please contactEleanor Coppard, Academy Director - Eleanor.Coppard@sheffcol.ac.uk

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between 32,523 - 36,566 per annum based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Our benefits

Enhanced Pension contributions scheme with SYPA - 17.1% Annual leave - 30 Days(222 hours) + 8 Bank Holidays(59.2 hours)- this includes a discretionary Christmas closure period Health and wellbeing, we offer + Employee assistance programme through Bupa
+ Occupational Health through PAM
+ Free eye tests for VDU users
Free Parking is available at the majority of our campuses


Further information can be found on ourBenefits andCareer Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confidentemployer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. Please review our Recruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidates which provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact jobs@sheffcol.ac.uk

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant,we're pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

Next Steps:

To apply:

Click apply online and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team at jobs@sheffcol.ac.ukCVs are currently not accepted.

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date: 17th August 2025

Please be aware - If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.