Entry Skills Pathway

Newham College of Further Education; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Newham College of Further Education is seeking a dedicated teacher to deliver English, maths and tutorial support on the Entry Skills Pathway. You will help learners who may have barriers to learning, designing engaging, inclusive lessons.

You will work with colleagues and external professionals to support progression, track progress, and lead enrichment activities that build confidence and independence. The role requires high expectations, safeguarding awareness, and commitment to inclusion and

Qualifications

• Plan, teach, and assess Entry Skills Pathway learners with differentiated lessons.
• Deliver English and maths tutorials and pastoral sessions.
• Lead enrichment activities to build confidence, resilience and engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues, support staff and external professionals to support learner progress.

Responsibilities

• Monitor learner progress and adapt teaching approaches.
• Contribute to schemes of learning, resources and curriculum materials.
• Maintain accurate learner records and progression plans.
• Support induction, transition and progression processes.

Skills

English teaching

Maths teaching

Tutorial delivery

Differentiation

Pastoral support

Assessment & feedback

Education

PGCE in Education or equivalent

Job description

You will teach, tutor, and support learners on the Entry Skills Pathway, a programme designed for young people who do not yet meet the entry requirements for Level 1 courses. Learners on this programme often face barriers to learning, have low starting points, may have experienced disrupted education, SEND, SEMH needs, or have previously attended PRUs or been NEET. Many learners may initially struggle to engage or present challenging behaviour. You will deliver English, maths and tutorial alongside sessions that develop personal, social, and study skills, and facilitate project-based learning that taps into learners' interests, builds independence, and develops skills for adulthood and next steps. You will also lead enrichment activities that foster confidence, participation, and a sense of achievement. The postholder will set high expectations, build trusting and supportive relationships, and design lessons that are engaging, meaningful, and responsive to the strengths, needs, and aspirations of each learner. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, support staff, and external professionals to ensure learners are motivated, supported, and able to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess high-quality teaching and learning for Entry Skills Pathway learners, ensuring lessons are engaging, accessible, and differentiated to meet the needs of learners with diverse starting points and learning needs.
• Deliver English, maths tutorials, pastoral sessions, and project-based lessons that promote participation, skill development, and personal growth.
• Lead enrichment activities that build confidence, resilience, and engagement, supporting learners' broader personal development.
• Use innovative and inclusive teaching strategies to motivate learners who may struggle to engage or have challenging behaviour.
• Monitor learner progress and participation, using assessment, observation, and learner feedback to adapt teaching approaches and provide timely support.
• Actively contribute to the review and development of schemes of learning, resources, and curriculum materials to ensure relevance and inclusivity.

Supporting Learners

• Build positive, trusting relationships with learners who may be reluctant or disengaged, promoting re-engagement, motivation, and resilience.
• Support learners to overcome barriers to learning, including SEMH needs, low prior attainment, and disrupted educational experiences.
• Model high expectations for behaviour, attendance, and participation, using restorative and supportive approaches to address challenges.
• Provide pastoral guidance and support, liaising with families, carers, and external agencies as needed to support learner engagement and progress.
• Contribute to induction, transition, and progression processes, ensuring learners feel welcomed, supported, and prepared for the next stage of their education.

Course Management and Administration

• Maintain accurate learner records, including registers, progress reports, and intervention plans, ensuring compliance with college policies.
• Participate in course team meetings, quality assurance activities, and curriculum reviews, contributing ideas and feedback to enhance the learner experience
• Identify learners requiring additional support and work collaboratively with the wider team, including LSAs and pastoral staff, to implement inclusive strategies.
• Support the evaluation and reporting of learner outcomes, engagement, and achievement to inform continuous improvement.

General

• To be aware of the principles of safeguarding children and young people as they apply to the role with the College. Actively promote and implement the College's Safeguarding Policy
• To be involved in college staff development and training schemes and participate in PDR procedures within the college.
• To adhere to the College's Single Equality Scheme with respect to staff and students and champion inclusion in all practices
• To comply with and implement the College's Health and Safety policy