Pastoral Tutor - Full Time (£17.97/hour)

Temporary Position - ASAP until the end of the academic year

Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM

Various Locations in London 

Purpose of the Job:

Work alongside teaching staff to provide pastoral support for learners, aiming to improve attendance, retention, and achievement while encouraging positive progression and enhancing the overall learner experience.
Deliver and facilitate a prescribed tutorial curriculum through weekly group sessions that help develop learners' broader skills and knowledge, contributing to their growth as responsible, respectful, and active citizens.
Contribute to developing learners' character, fostering key qualities like confidence, resilience, and mental well-being to support their success in society.
Prepare learners for the next phase of their education journey.
Specific Duties:

Deliver and facilitate the core tutorial curriculum through group sessions using the prescribed resources, which may include facilitating online activities.
Start each group tutorial by reviewing attendance for all elements of the learners' program from the previous week.
Conduct 1:1 tutorials with learners, setting and reviewing SMART targets based on performance data and in collaboration with teaching staff.
Provide additional 1:1 tutorials and case work outside of scheduled sessions based on learners' needs.
Support learners' progression both internally and externally, including guiding Level 3 students through the UCAS process.
Monitor at-risk learners and collaborate with parents, teachers, and support teams to maintain engagement, attendance, and achievement.
Assist learners in organizing and tracking work experience or placements as needed.
Represent the learners and organization at relevant internal and external meetings.
Keep detailed records of all interventions with learners, including SMART targets and notes, through the relevant student management system.
Work with identified curriculum areas, reporting directly to the relevant team leader, and liaise with teaching staff to ensure tutorial input aligns with academic goals.
Contribute to campus enrichment activities, leading at least one aspect such as the Jack Petchey Scheme, student union, enrichment clubs, or campus events.
Support learners in accessing internal and external support services.
Record safeguarding concerns using the relevant systems and contribute to student welfare initiatives.
Participate in events such as open evenings, parents' evenings, and student interviews, and assist with induction schedules and materials.
Attend course review meetings and curriculum area meetings as required.
Work flexibly to support administrative tasks that contribute to the overall quality of the provision.General Administration:

Proficient in using IT for administrative tasks, including MS Office and student record management systems.
A strong understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and their practical implementation in the role.Person Specification:

Level 3 Award in Education and Training (formerly PTLLS) or working towards it.
Relevant safeguarding and mental health first aid training to support young people.
Strong communication skills and the ability to form positive working relationships with young people.
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and establish good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Proven experience in working positively with young people to support their development and progression.Skills:

Proficient IT skills, including use of MS Office software and student management databases.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Organized with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships as part of a team.
Ability to support others and demonstrate initiative.
Contract Positions
 
eXede Ltd is acting as an Employment Business and the successful applicant will be engaged by the agency on a PAYE basis. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults and full applicant vetting processes will be carried out, including enhanced DBS checks Childrens and/or Adults Barred List checks included for any applications made.  This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act