There's never been a more exciting time to join the Academy of Pre-Technical and Skills for Living and Work!As an area of growth, we have multiple brand new roles in an already amazing team of individuals committed to helping disadvantaged young people grow in confidence and realise their potential through learning.
The brand-new role of Work-based Tutor for SEND is ideal if you: - Want to work closely with employers to support disadvantaged young people in finding rewarding placements
- Can deliver tailored employability programmes to a wide range of learners depending on their individual needs
- Passionately believe that every young person, no matter their complex circumstances and barriers to learning, should have the chance to build professional success
- Can work with young people with learning difficulties & disabilities to help them break down barriers & build confidence
You will be based within a host business, helping coordinate the Supported Internships programme, a structured work-based study programme for young people aged 16 - 24 with an Education and Health Care Plan. The core element of a supported internship study programme is a substantial work placement, and you will be supported by an expert Job Coach.
Day-to-day you will be responsible for: - Working closely with the job coach and the host business to support the development of the interns and use your knowledge of job matching to seek appropriate employment opportunities
- Working with a small cohort of young people who are undertaking the Internship programme to support their transition into employment
- Developing the programme and creating a quality internship that achieves positive outcomes for the amazing young people within it
- Maintaining accurate records and engaging in regular meetings with the host business, the interns and parents/carers
- Actively promote and embody the college's FREDIE values of fairness, respect, equality, diversity and engagement
We're open-minded & welcome all applicants who believe they can succeed. Though ideally, you will: - Be able to support the work-related activity each student is undertaking and deliver a dynamic employability skills curriculum
- Be able to assess each learner's needs and deliver tailored content
- Have knowledge of the barriers to employment that young people with SEND face, with the passion and tenacity required to help break them down
- Have strong knowledge and experience of working with young people with learning difficulties and disabilities
- Be passionate about working closely with learners and unlocking a bright future for disadvantaged young people
When applying, If there are other roles on our site under the tag 'Inclusion' that you would be interested in, please mention these at the top of the 'supporting information' section and we will be happy to acknowledge your interest for multiple positions.We're a passionate and dynamic team, looking for enthusiastic people to bring even more new ideas, spirit and creativity to the area.
No two days are the same and we all play a vital role in ensuring our young people achieve and progress. If you believe that education is key to raising aspirations and expectations then this is the academy for you!
We also offer outstanding pension, benefits & annual leave packages!Whether you want a hand with the application form or a friendly chat about what it's like to work with us, please don't hesitate to drop us an email or give us a call and we'll be happy to help in any way we can. Tel:
0114 260 2600 Ext:
2302 Email:
[email protected]We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!Next steps
Closing date: 25/06/23Shortlisting date: 28/06/23Interview: 03/07/23As a Leaders in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Also, as a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee. If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact us via the details above.
We are an employer who are 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.
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