Job Description

Please note this is not a Bath & North East Somerset Council Vacancy.

Organisation/School:

Youth Connect South West

Vacancy Ref:

YCSW97


Youth Connect South West is a young people's charity working in Bath and North East Somerset and the surrounding area. We support young people to enjoy today, prepare for tomorrow and become the people they want to be.


We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Inclusive Learning Tutor to join our Alternative Education Team. You will work with young people aged 16-25 with SEND who cannot access mainstream education, providing lessons in English or Mathematics and supporting curriculum planning. This role involves delivering lessons independently, assisting qualified tutors, and covering for other tutors when necessary. This role is term time only position.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide targeted support to students with special educational needs (SEN). Assist in planning and delivering lessons, including adapting materials to meet diverse learning needs. Plan and deliver lessons independently for specific subjects or student groups. Lead small group instruction and provide one-on-one support as needed. Cover classes in the absence of other tutors, following pre-prepared lesson plans. Help manage student behaviour and maintain a conducive learning environment. Support the assessment, recording and reporting of student progress. Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies regarding student progress and issues. Assist with the organisation of learning activities and resources. Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge. Support the delivery of examinations and transition of students on and off YCSW programmes.

Qualifications and Experience:

English and Maths at Grade 4 (previously C Grade) or functional skills Level 2. Qualifications in education, such as a Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning. Experience in supporting students in a further education setting, particularly those with SEN. Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is advantageous for those planning and delivering lessons independently.

YCSW has an excellent employee offer which includes:

Excellent holiday package of 25 days per year (pro rata for part time) plus BH with flexible working. Sickness allowance Employee assistance programme offering a range of services. Eye tests People Pension Opportunities for training and career development including vocational courses/apprenticeship.

Application Details:

Applications should be made using a YCSW application form. To apply please complete our application form, which can be downloaded from our website on our vacancies page:


https://www.youthconnectsouthwest.org.uk/careers

CVs will not be considered.

All completed applications to be emailed to recruitment@ycsw.org.uk

Please note interviews may be held before the closing date.

If you would like further information, please contact Chloe Nicholls -Sames 07530263493 or email recruitment@ycsw.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement

YCSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.


As this post involves working within one of these groups, we will require a Disclosure & Barring Service check and/or subscription to the DBS online service. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.


Please note that by submitting your application you are giving consent to the information that you provide being stored and used in the selection process. In line with the Data Protection Act 1998, all information about you will be securely held, with access restricted solely to those involved in the appointment process.