Student Achievement Tutor

Randstad Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is partnering with a Further Education college to recruit a Student Achievement Tutor. Based at LSEC Bromley, the role is term-time, full-time, delivering weekly group tutorials and 1-to-1 mentoring to support student achievement and progression.

You will guide students through UCAS applications, personal statements, and Gatsby benchmarks while liaising with staff, families, and external agencies to remove barriers to learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in literacy and numeracy required.
• A relevant degree (e.g., Youth Work) or FE experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver weekly group tutorials covering pastoral topics and career preparation.
• Manage a caseload of around 300 students across ~15 groups.
• Conduct 1-to-1 mentoring to set SMART targets and track progress.
• Lead attendance and behaviour interventions with staff and external agencies.
• Support UCAS applications, personal statements, and Gatsby benchmarks.

Skills

Group tutorials

1-to-1 mentoring

Communication skills

Empathy

Discretion

Education

Relevant degree (e.g., Youth Work)

FE experience desirable

Job description

Job Title: Student Achievement Tutor

Location: LSEC Bromley

Working Pattern: Full-Time, Term Time Only

Salary: 33762 - 44027 (Spine Point 24 to 26)

The Opportunity

We are partnering with an established Further Education college to recruit a passionate Student Achievement Tutor to join their pastoral team. This term-time role offers an exciting opportunity to directly shape young people's educational journeys, supporting student achievement, progression, and personal development.

About the Setting

The college provides a modern, inclusive learning environment dedicated to preparing post-16 students for higher education and successful careers. Staff benefit from a supportive, team-oriented culture where pastoral care and academic ambition work side-by-side to remove learning barriers.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Deliver weekly group tutorials covering pastoral themes, safeguarding, social action, study skills, and career preparation.

• Manage an average caseload of 15 tutorial groups (approximately 300 students).

• Conduct individual 1-to-1 mentoring sessions to set SMART targets and track progress throughout the academic year.

• Lead attendance and behaviour interventions in collaboration with curriculum teams, parents/carers, and external agencies.

• Monitor vulnerable student cohorts, signposting individuals to internal wellbeing or safeguarding teams when necessary.

• Guide students through UCAS applications, personal statements, work experience tracking, and Gatsby benchmark initiatives.

What We Are Looking For

• Qualifications & Knowledge: Minimum Level 2 in literacy and numeracy (essential). A relevant degree (e.g., Youth Work) or prior experience within Further Education is highly desirable.

• Characteristics & Skills: Proven experience delivering group sessions and 1-to-1 support to young people. Strong communication skills, empathy, discretion, and a calm approach under pressure.

• Transport & Flexibility: A manageable commute to the site, along with a flexible approach to working hours during key college calendar events such as Open Days and enrolment.

Safeguarding & Compliance

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory employment references covering a full career history, and verification of the right to work in the UK. The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.