SpLD Specialist Support Tutor

London South East Colleges; Whitmore; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Whitmore is seeking a dedicated L7 SpLD Tutor to support students with specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. The role involves assessing learning needs, providing tailored tuition, and collaborating closely with tutors to enhance student success. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include working in a supportive environment within a well-regarded college that is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with dyslexia or SpLD.
• Ability to assess learning support needs and compile learning support plans.
• Strong interpersonal skills for liaising with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist tuition and guidance to students with SpLD.
• Assess and screen students for dyslexia using various tools.
• Create and implement learning support plans in collaboration with curriculum staff.

Skills

Specialist tuition

Assessment of support needs

Liaison with curriculum staff

Person-centred approach

Education

Relevant teaching qualification

Job description

About the role

Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but instead will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview so apply soon to not miss out!

We are recruiting for a L7 SpLD Tutor to work at our Bexley Campus to organise exam access arrangements for learners with EHCPs and declared learning needs. This role will also involve supporting learners with dyslexia either on a one to one basis or as part of a small group, liaising with tutors at all levels to support the learners in class and writing learning plans for declared learners based on the information that has been gathered.

Main Purpose of the Job

• To work in the Specialist Support team and provide specialist tuition, support and guidance in the area of SpLD (Specific Learning Difficulty / Dyslexia).
• To assess learning support needs, and provide specialist advice, guidance and tuition to students with SpLD, including dyslexia, and to advise and support curriculum staff who teach students with SpLD.
• To establish professional working relationships and liaise closely with all staff and students to promote and maintain an effective quality support service.
• To provide a person-centred approach, improving the success rates of learners on mainstream provision who have, for example, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, ASD or Asperger’s Syndrome.
• Act as one of the Lead Professional in the coordination and implementation of the EHCP review process; maintaining contact with parents / carers, Local Authorities, education providers and other agencies as appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist / support managers with the identification and allocation of resources to support for learners with dyslexia / SpLD.
• Screen identified students for dyslexia using a variety of screening / assessment tools.
• Assess and support needs and provide specialist tuition for learners with dyslexia and SpLD, drawing up learning support plans and reviews in liaison with curriculum staff.
• To compile Specialist Tutor reports when required.

About The Company

The College

London South East Colleges (LSEC)is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.

Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning,the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.

As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth.

The Group has also recently launched a charity – the LASER Education Foundation. This organisation supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region, through a wide range of programmes and initiatives.

With a combined turnover of c£100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation – and really make a different to people’s lives.

Safeguarding Statement

London South East Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.