Chichester College have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a CLA (Children Looked After) Tutor at our Chichester campus. You will join us on a part time, term time only basisand in return, we will offer a competitive salary ofpro rata of £26,451 - £28,907 (Full Time Equivalent salary) (i.e. £13,184.81 - £14,409.03).

The CLA (Children Looked After) Tutor role:

Are you looking for a part time, term time only role, whilst also providing life changing support to our learners?

As our CLA Tutor, you will need to be educated to Level 3 in the relevant subject and have Level 2 qualifications in maths and English. It is essential you have experience supporting and working with post-16 students in a group or on a 1:1 basis.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning. 

Key Responsibilities of ourCLA (Children Looked After) Tutor:

• Gathering information required for the PEP by communicating with curriculum and pastoral teams.
• Organising and attending the PEP meetings to present updated information and discuss the CLA’s progress, ensuring this is accurately recorded on the relevant ePEP system.
• Purchasing items as required once funding has been approved by Virtual Schools.
• Developing respectful trusting relationships with young people. 
• Establishing relationships and liaise with Social Workers, Foster Carers and local authorities to arrange PEP meeting dates.
• Ensuring database shows a true reflection of the number of CLAs studying across CCG.
• Ensuring learners with additonal needs have been referred to Additional Support. 
• Ensuring adjustments/support has been implemented for identified learners with additional needs.

Our ideal CLA (Children Looked After) Tutor should have the below skills and experience:

• Educated to Level 3
• Experience supporting students post-16
• Understanding of the study needs and options and progression opportunities for post 16 learners
• Understanding of Trauma Informed Practice and ACES
• The ability to communicate to a diverse range of people at all levels, verbally and in writing
• The ability to follow issues through to conclusion and to meet/exceed targets

Closing date for applications: 11th November 2024

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Suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. 

The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. 

We are an equal opportunities employer.