Learning Support Tutor

Big Creative Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Creative Training in London is seeking full and part-time learning support tutors to join the SEN department and help learners achieve their full potential.

This permanent role offers up to 35 hours across a 5-day week (term-time) with a £27,300 salary. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK and be committed to safeguarding. Start date ASAP and pro-rata arrangements apply.

Qualifications

• The ability to safeguard and promote the wellbeing of learners.
• Experience supporting learners with diverse needs and SEN.
• Ability to adapt teaching and materials to individual learning styles.
• Strong communication with students, parents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support designated learner(s) to achieve their PEP targets.
• Address behavioural needs with clear instructions and proofreading.
• Encourage attendance, punctuality, and independent learning.
• Help plan and deliver personalised learning for learners.

Skills

Safeguarding

Behaviour management

Interpersonal skills

Differentiated instruction

SEN collaboration

Education

GCSE/Level 2 equivalents

Job description

Safeguarding statement

Big Creative Training is committed to a safe, inclusive environment where learners, staff and visitors can thrive. Our safeguarding culture protects learners from harm, abuse, neglect, exploitation and radicalisation.

All staff must adhere to our safeguarding and child protection policies, procedures and codes of conduct, which set out responsibilities for identifying, reporting and responding to concerns. These are provided to all staff during induction.

BCT operates a robust safer recruitment process.

Any job offer is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, identity and qualification verification, right to work checks, and other pre-employment vetting. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, shortlisted candidates are also subject to an online search.

Shortlisted candidates must complete a safeguarding self-disclosure form before interview. Interviews include questions assessing understanding of safeguarding, child protection, professional boundaries, and commitment to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Equality diversity and inclusion statement

At BCT we believe that the strongest communities and most innovative creative futures are built through equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels respectful and able to be their authentic selves.

We celebrate the diverse experiences and identities of our colleagues and learners, recognising that these differences strengthen our community and enrich creativity, including through initiatives such as our annual Culture Day celebration.

Inclusion is embedded throughout our community and our decision-making. We work to challenge stereotypes and have zero tolerance for discrimination and bias. We remove barriers to participation, ensuring study, employment and career progression opportunities are fair and accessible to all.

We are dedicated to advancing equity across all reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation, creating a workplace and learning environment where everyone has equality of opportunity to succeed, develop, and progress.

Job summary

BCT is looking for full and part time learning support tutors (various hours available) to join the SEN department and support learners to achieve their full potential.

• Maths and English GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent (Level 2)
• Experience working with Children / Young people at KS4 /KS5 in education or mentoring, preferably in a diverse

Essential skills

• The ability to work in a way which promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and vulnerable adults
• Experience of working with Children / Young people with additional needs /SEN learners with knowledge of educational health care plans and instruction to meet student needs
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying abilities, backgrounds, and learning styles
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques, safeguarding protocols, and pastoral
• Adaptability – shift priorities, work independently, and contribute to a positive team environment
• Interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with students and parents
• Proficiency in implementing interventions, accommodations, and assistive technologies to support student learning and development
• Communication: including active listening, empathy, and making complex information accessible
• Promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equity, and respecting the unique strengths and challenges of
• Additional training or certification in special education, behavioural interventions, or related areas
• Experience implementing differentiated instruction and personalised learning approaches
• Familiarity with technology/other specialised resources to enhance student engagement and
• Experience working collaboratively with SENCOs, educational psychologists, or support agencies
• Experience of creative practice

Key tasks

• Support designated learner(s) to achieve their personal education plan (PEP) targets
• Support learners' specific behavioural needs and learning barriers, with instruction comprehension and proofreading
• Encourage good attendance, punctuality and independent learning
• Encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and promote self-esteem
• Support tutors to ensure learners have an exciting programme that enables them to progress
• Record academic progress and promote positive behaviour, safety and wellbeing
• Collaborate with the tutor to refine lesson plans to suit additional learner needs
• To plan and deliver personalised learning tailored to learners’ needs
• Collaborate with colleagues and to facilitate holistic support and continuity of care for students
• Effectively liaise with parents, guardians, and external stakeholders to support student progress

“There is a really good culture of having freedom to share ideas and innovate, and all ideas are listened to.”

“A welcoming place of work that allows you to be yourself.”

“I like the social aspect, and I appreciate that there are some very genuine friendships between colleagues.”

“I also like that, as an organisation, we have the humility to recognise that we can always do more or better.”

“I like the level of creative control and freedom I have to use my professional teaching knowledge within the wider workplace environment.”

“I love working here... not like! Sharing skills and helping young people... What could be better?”

“Not only did the college give us the tools and knowledge to succeed, they prepared us for life as creatives of the future.”

“If it wasn’t for BCT there’s no way I would have become the person I am today. Thanks for helping me find myself!”

What our staff say…

What our staff say…

Salary and days of work

• This is a permanent position with multiple roles available, please state your working hours preference on your application
• Up to 35 hours across 5 days a week for 36 weeks per year (term-time)
• Start Date ASAP
• Pro rata of full-time equivalent
• £27,300 salary (actual salary will depend on hours)

We welcome industry professionals who wish to enter teaching, via the fully funded Taking Teaching Further scheme’s qualification. This includes 6 months of reduced timetable for training with full pay and lesson cover.

You must be eligible to work in the UK as this job is in London and cannot be done remotely.

Introduction

The BCT recruitment process will:

• Attract the best possible applicants to vacancies
• Deter prospective applicants who are unsuitable for work with children, young people, and
• Identify and reject applicants who are unsuitable for work with children, young people and

Inviting applications

All prospective applicants must complete, in full, an application form accounting for any gaps in their education or employment history.

Shortlisting and references

• Short-listing of candidates will be against the specification for the post
• Where requested and where possible, references will be taken up before the selection stage, so that any discrepancies can be probed during the selection stage
• References will be sought directly from the referee.
• References or testimonials provided by the candidate will never be accepted
• All referees will be contacted by email and the job specification will be supplied. In line with safer recruitment, references must span over the course of 5 years

Selection process

The selection techniques will be determined by the nature and duties of the vacant post, but all vacancies will require a face to face interview.

Candidates will always be required to:

• Explain satisfactorily any gaps in employment
• Explain satisfactorily any anomalies or discrepancies in the information available to the panel
• Declare any information that is likely to appear on a DBS
• Demonstrate their capacity to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults

All successful applicants are required to:

• Provide proof of identity
• Complete a self disclosure form
• Complete a DBS application and receive satisfactory clearance
• Provide actual certificates of qualifications
• Provide proof of eligibility to live and work in the UK
• Provide proof of national insurance

Online search

As required by Keeping Children Safe in Education, the HR Department will conduct an online search.

Any concerns from the search will be discussed with the panel, and subsequently the applicant.

What we are looking for

• Inappropriate attitudes toward, or relationships with, children or young people, or anything indicating a risk in a regulated activity with children
• Evidence of extremism, radicalisation, or promotion of abuse or exploitation
• Discriminatory, harassing, or abusive content directed at others
• Publicly visible behaviour that would conflict with BCT’s code of conduct or safeguarding policies, or that would cause serious reputational harm to BCT

Induction and probation

• All staff who are new to BCT will receive an induction that includes the safeguarding policies and guidance on safe working practices
• All new staff will be subject to a 6 month probation period as detailed in the probation policy, which will provide a formal framework for ensuring that the standards of performance set by BCT are fully communicated. Checks will also be put in place during the probationary period to ensure safeguarding has been covered

Safer recruitment process