Creative Writing Tutor: Developing Voice for SEND

London Borough of Sutton; Sutton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutton College invites applications for Creative Writing – Developing Your Voice, Pathway A. The role develops and delivers engaging sessions tailored to SEND learners, using storytelling, poetry, journalling and drama to help learners express ideas confidently.

Qualifications include a post‑16 teaching qualification and subject knowledge at Level 4 or higher; you will differentiate tasks, provide developmental feedback, monitor progress and connect creative writing to employability and

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification for Post 16 sector or willingness to complete within 1 year.
• Subject knowledge Level 4 or higher, or equivalent professional experience.
• GCSE English and Maths Level 2 qualifications required.
• A1 Assessors qualification or equivalent.
• V1 Verifiers qualification or equivalent.
• Experience teaching Adult Education or FE post 16 settings.
• Experience teaching up to GCSE English/Maths and progression planning.
• Experience with quality improvement to develop practice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver engaging creative writing sessions for SEND learners.
• Differentiate activities to suit a range of needs and ensure inclusion.
• Foster confidence, communication and self-expression through writing.
• Plan projects with clear objectives and SMART targets; monitor progress.
• Provide constructive feedback and identify areas for improvement.
• Create opportunities to share work through displays and events.
• Collaborate with learning support and other staff for adjustments.

Education

Post 16 teaching qualification (DET / Cert Ed) or equivalent

Level 4 subject qualification (e.g., HND, Degree)

GCSE English & Maths (Level 2)

A1 Assessors qualification

V1 Verifiers qualification

Adult Education/FE experience

Experience teaching to GCSE level

Quality improvement experience

Job description

Sutton College invites applications for Creative Writing – Developing Your Voice, Pathway A. The role develops and delivers engaging sessions tailored to SEND learners, using storytelling, poetry, journalling and drama to help learners express ideas confidently.

Qualifications include a post‑16 teaching qualification and subject knowledge at Level 4 or higher; you will differentiate tasks, provide developmental feedback, monitor progress and connect creative writing to employability and