Preparation For Life Tutor

Queen Alexandra College; Metchley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On site car parking

Fitness Centre access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Queen Alexandra College seeks a Preparation For Life Tutor to deliver and assess the curriculum for learners with diverse needs. The post is 36 hours per week across 39 weeks, entering the Q1 pay band (£28,840.32–£33,384.96).

Must plan, deliver and differentiate lessons and monitor learner progress against EHCP targets. Role requires safeguarding commitment, OFSTED awareness, and collaboration with external partners to support life after college for students.

Qualifications

• A level 2+ English language and maths qualification.
• A level 5+ teaching qualification.
• Experience of sequenced steps and differentiated materials.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, plan and assess curriculum with individualised approach and clear outcomes.
• Assess and record learner progress against EHCP plans and targets.
• Deliver teaching aligned to professional standards and learner needs.

Skills

Sequenced curriculum

Differentiation of materials

Individualised approach

Education

English & Maths at level 2 or higher

Teaching qualification at level 5 or higher

Job description

Preparation For Life Tutor

£28,840.32 - £40,936.32 per annum

Qualified Teacher Posts are broken down into bands as shown below. All Tutors enter the Q1 band.

• Q1 (T4 – T7) £28,840.32 - £33,384.96 p.a
• Q2 (T6 – T10)
• Q3 (T9 – T12)

2 positions within our Preparation For Life provision. Hours: 36 hours per week. Weeks: 39 Working weeks per year. Salary: £28,840.32 - £40,936.32 per annum

Key Responsibilities & Safeguarding

• Deliver, plan, and assess the curriculum in an innovative, responsible and flexible manner using a highly individualised approach in collaboration with the Curriculum Area Manager, ensuring the Intent, Implementation and Impact is clear.
• Plan, assess and record the individual achievements of each learner against EHCP Plans, individual targets and in accordance with RARPA quality processes and funding agency criteria (where applicable).
• Deliver quality teaching and learning in line with professional standards and tailored to individual learner needs grounded in an informed understanding of their EHCP, goals after QAC in particular, and other assessments.
• Prepare schemes of work and differentiated lesson planning to make clear the purpose and intent of the taught sessions.
• Lead sessions in accordance with good practice in terms of timed, scaffolded and sequenced learning that ensures lesson objectives are implemented and students’ progress can be checked.
• Ensure assessments include appropriate means of feedback and feedforward; and progress recorded and shared with learners.
• Contribute to the development of the curriculum through preparation, research, liaison with colleagues and relevant external agencies and management of resources. This should be appropriate to learner needs, outcomes set and conforms to the requirements of examination boards (if required) and funding agencies.
• Evaluate the quality and success of the curriculum and implement into the curriculum quality improvement plan and self-assessment report.
• To have a clear understanding of the Education Inspection Framework, in line with OFSTED inspections.
• Participate in the PSHE curriculum and pastoral welfare of learners, specifically as a group tutor and personal tutor who is an integral part in helping shape, support, monitor the learner journey.
• Plan, assess and deliver course content in areas such as Employability, Preparation for Adulthood, Functional Skills or other similar provisions within your timetable as directed by the Curriculum Area Manager.
• Prepare lesson resources that are tailored to individual needs and include a variety of stimulating means to maximise engagement including appropriate use of digital devices, assistive technology, IT interactive resources and practical activities.
• Work with the college Transitions, Community Services team and/or other external agencies to support the preparation of life during and after college.
• Promote the aims and ethos of the College both within the teaching and learning context and within the corporate life of the College.
• Participate in staff training and development within the requirements of the College's programmes and priorities. The post-holder will be expected to develop communication methods for learners with moderate to severe learning difficulties and to become a competent user of the technological support available to students with visual impairments/SLD and or/other learning difficulties as required.
• Engage in any individual or collaborative research and consultative work agreed by senior management as relevant to the area of work.
• Contribute on an occasional and voluntary basis to the corporate life of the College.
• Perform such other duties as are commensurate with the status and nature of the post.

Other Duties

• QAC employees may be expected to undertake designated emergency response duties as part of their role. This includes: Receiving appropriate training, instruction and information to carry out emergency procedures safely and effectively.
• Responding to emergency situations in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Supporting the organisation’s compliance with relevant Health and Safety legislation.

Safeguarding Commitments

• As part of our commitment to safeguarding, and in line with updated guidance published in September 2026, we will carry out an online search of all shortlisted candidates.
• Under Section 7 of SVGA 2006 it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The College's Safeguarding Policies are available
• We are deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All required pre-employment checks will be undertaken, and offers of employment are subject to satisfactory outcomes. These include an enhanced DBS check with Children & Adult’s Barred List information, identity checks, online checks, and verification of professional qualifications and references. Further details are available in

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria

• A level 2 or higher English language and maths qualification
• A level 5 or higher teaching qualification
• Experience of sequenced steps, individualised approaches to curriculum, and using differentiation of materials.

Benefits

Join our supportive team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work closely with students with SEN to achieve their goals
• Make a difference to the educational experience of young people
• Be a voice for students and staff in specialist education
• Develop your own skills, aspirations and progress your career.

QAC offers you the chance to have a positive impact as you join a committed group of colleagues in ensuring that all students achieve their aims and aspirations. We are dedicated to providing exceptional education and support to students with diverse learning needs and life experiences. Our specialist setting fosters an inclusive community where every student is valued, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential.

QAC offers a vibrant, varied and enriching educational experience for both residential and day students. Our curriculum aims to maximise adult life, independence and work opportunities for all students. Class sizes are designed to meet specific needs and support levels are high.

Our benefits include; Schedule 1 Benefits (reviewed annually and/or as appropriate)

• Access to on site car parking
• Use of QAC Fitness Centre (subject to opening hours)
• Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Helpline (BHSF)
• Access to Education Support Free Helpline for Teachers & Education Staff
• QAC Mental Health First Aiders & activities to support health and wellbeing
• BHSF Benefits Package including Healthcare Plans, discounted shopping/services
• Annual Flu vaccination/voucher
• Health and Wellbeing Services (Occupational Health/Counselling)
• Free Tea/Coffee and Staff Room facilities
• Reward and Recognition Policy – Living the Values Awards (team & individual) and long service
• Enhanced/Occupational paid leave e.g. maternity/paternity (subject to qualifying criteria)
• Occupational sick pay (based on length of service)
• On site wellbeing activities (e.g. yoga, meditation)
• Support for training/ CPD (either by way of study leave and/or funding)

This list is not exhaustive and may be subject to review and/or change.

About Queen Alexandra Charity

Education is provided through a national residential College that supports a diverse range of student/client abilities and needs. Our College provides education, training, routes to independent living and employment through an innovative, holistic approach to learning and support. It offers a vibrant, varied and fun educational experience for both residential and day students. Our curriculum aims to maximise adult life, independence and work opportunities for all students. Class sizes are small and support levels high.

We have educational and learning sites based in Birmingham, one of Europe’s most welcoming and vibrant cities, with a rich and diverse culture. Our main site is based in Harborne, a pleasant leafy Birmingham suburb, on a friendly and green 8‑acre campus with excellent facilities and resources. In addition we also have Pinewood Campus which is located on a business park and is designated to employment progression.

Clients within our Residential Services programme still require support and the aim is to deliver a service that provides them with the means to live independently/semi independently into the future. Many clients are either in education, voluntary work or paid employment not linked to QAC directly.

Our Community Services based at our Umberslade Campus in Stirchley include a supporter worker service, women's group, men's group, LGBTQ plus group, Saturday Socials, The Night Owl Experience (disability friendly night club visit in Birmingham City Centre).

QAC makes a positive difference to the lives and learning of people with disabilities and learning difficulties. We have high expectations of staff, students and clients whilst being responsive, innovative and collaborative. Our Charity values drive how we work with students, clients, stakeholders and as a team.