Employability/Business & Retail Tutor

Can you engage and build positive relationships with young people who may have complex needs? Do you feel that young people who are vulnerable deserve an opportunity to develop their skills, and abilities and have the best chance to succeed?

Are you enthusiastic, determined and resilient with effective communication skills?

TCHC is looking for a motivational tutor to join our new team as the Employability & Business/Retail Tutor based at our new GAPS Watford Centre. Our Centre provides further education for learners aged 16-18 or 19-24 with an EHCP. You will plan engaging schemes of work, set and review targets, track learner progress and assess in relation to awarding body regulations. We are eager to hire an individual who believes all young people deserve an enriching education and opportunities to better their future and prepare them for further education, employment and adulthood.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified to PTLLS/DTLLS/Cert Ed/ PGCE (Essential) or willing to work towards a teaching qualification (Essential)
• GCSE (or equivalent L2 Functional skills) in English and maths at grade C/4 or above (essential)
• Business and Retail
• Confident with your delivery
• Able to work with young people who have different learning needs

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

As the Employability/Business & Retail Tutor, you will be responsible for the quality of education through your planning and teaching of the curriculum, as well as differentiating your lesson activities and resources. You will need to ensure work is marked, records are kept and assessment is ongoing. You will ensure all learners are on track throughout the year, preparing a portfolio of work to demonstrate how they meet assessment criteria, and maintaining a high level of successful pass rates.

Teaching, Learning and Assessment

• Engage and build a rapport with all young people
• Plan, prepare and teach lessons at levels Entry 3, Level 1 & 2
• Create engaging schemes of work that demonstrate sequencing of learning and progression
• Create engaging lessons that are full of learning and development
• Plan for learners needs through use of initial assessment, previous learning and EHCPs
• Differentiate lesson plans and resources in line with learner needs as outlined in EHCP documents or through observations
• Track progress of learners using appropriate and provided tracking systems
• Provide and deliver engaging sessions meeting the individual needs of all learners
• Plan and develop SMART-appropriate learning plans for individual learners alongside monitoring their EHCP outcomes
• Monitor and assess learner progress ensuring timely achievements through the year, record and report the development, progress, and attainment of students in accordance with TCHC’s assessment policies and in line with the principles of assessment for Learning
• Make use of current technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Conduct pastoral responsibilities as required
• Conduct 1:1 progress reviews of qualifications and personal skills
• Manage any behaviour issues that arise in line with TCHC policy, with support from the Centre Manager
• Implement TCHC’s inclusion and equal opportunity policies
• Ensure that learning support assistants and visiting speakers are used effectively in the learning environment
• Organise and implement trips and events for learning
• Provide appropriate encouragement, guidance, and support to learners to help them progress
• Participate in events/open days as required
• Support for absent colleagues as required
• Participate in OFSTED inspections as required

Note: These responsibilities serve as an initial outline for the tasks that the post holder will initially be expected to perform. Changes may occur over time to accommodate evolving job requirements and adapt to shifting circumstances.

Confidentiality

The individual in this role is responsible for upholding the confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, staff, and other stakeholders. Certain aspects of their work involve handling confidential information, which should not be disclosed to individuals outside the scope of their official duties. It is imperative that the post holder consistently adheres to the provisions of the General Data Regulation Act.

TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination for everyone. Our commitment extends to adhering to Safer Recruitment Policies, safeguarding practices, complying with the Prevent Duty, and advocating for the well-being of children, youth, and adults.