Inclusive Learning Tutor

The East Kent Colleges Group; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational establishment in Canterbury seeks an Inclusive Learning Tutor to empower apprentices who require additional support. In this role, you will provide tailored 1:1 assistance, plan engaging learning activities, and track progress to ensure each apprentice thrives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy and possess experience working with individuals with learning needs. Enjoy generous leave, training benefits, and a supportive community-focused workplace.

Benefits

42 days annual leave

£7000 investment in teacher training

Wellbeing and health support

Qualifications

• Positive, empathetic, learner-centered approach required.
• Experience working with individuals with learning and care needs.
• Willingness to travel across college sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to apprentices, helping them overcome barriers.
• Design and evaluate learner support programmes.
• Conduct annual reviews and track learner progress.

Skills

Empathetic approach

Interpersonal skills

Experience with learning needs

Job description

Where Every Learner Shines - Because Inclusion is Our Superpower! Join our dedicated team with EKC Training, where we're passionate about empowering every apprentice to reach their full potential. As an Inclusive Learning Tutor, you'll play a vital role in supporting apprentices who need a little extra help to succeed, making a real difference every day. In this role, you will:

Responsibilities

• Work closely with our Apprenticeship team, providing 1:1 support to apprentices, helping them overcome barriers and achieve their best.
• Plan and deliver engaging, targeted learning activities that complement individual study programmes.
• Take responsibility for the design, delivery, and evaluation of learner support programmes.
• Support apprentices with EHCPs, participating in consultations and ensuring their needs are fully met.
• Conduct annual reviews to celebrate achievements and plan future progression.
• Provide guidance and support to apprentices working at Levels 2 and 3, ensuring an inclusive and enriching experience.
• Contribute to staff training and development, sharing inclusive practices and strategies.
• Plan and deliver engaging, creative and innovative sessions tailored to individual needs.
• Use strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships and engage reluctant learners.
• Assess and track learner progress effectively, using this to plan targeted interventions.
• Support apprentices to develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to succeed.
• Demonstrate excellent organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Qualifications

• A positive, empathetic and learner-centred approach.
• Experience of working with individuals with learning needs and/or care needs.
• Ideally, experience of teaching, delivering 1:1 support or workplace training.
• A willingness to learn and develop, with full training provided for the successful applicant.
• Willingness to travel across college sites and apprentices' workplaces as required.

Why join EKC Training?

• Access to our Teacher Academy, offering professional development and coaching; perfect for those new to teaching.
• Work in a supportive, inclusive environment where innovation and compassion go hand in hand.
• Enjoy being part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and every learner's success.

East Kent Colleges Group – About

East Kent Colleges Group is an Ofsted Outstanding rated provider. It is proud to be the first General Further Education college organisation in the country to have received the Outstanding grade against each of the strands under the new Ofsted inspection framework. An inclusive provider, our colleagues place our students and the communities we serve at the heart of everything they do across EKC Group and this is illustrated in our 'Strong' skills grading by Ofsted.

Commitment to Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and we ensure that all staff are aware of their responsibilities for upholding these principles. As a designated establishment, we are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore have an obligation to carry out checks to ensure that staff are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults. These checks include conviction/caution self‑declaration, Enhanced DBS check and obtaining sufficient referencing.

Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave – 42 days per year.
• Teacher Training – we support new teachers with a £7000 investment in your training and coaching through our in‑house Teaching Academy.
• Flexible Personal Leave – Time off for your child's first day at nursery or school, moving homes and for interviews.
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks – Inc. restaurant, grocery, retail and holidays discounts as well as Car leasing and Tech purchasing schemes.
• Wellbeing and Health Support – Generous sick pay, counselling services, discounted gym membership at Canterbury College, free eye tests and glasses vouchers, flexible support for medical appointments and return-to-work transitions.
• Competitive Pension Scheme – 18% employer contribution.
• Culture and Recognition – Being part of Community Days, an Annual Staff Celebration Day, and an eco‑friendly organisation dedicated to reaching net‑zero by 2030.