Student Success Tutor/Academic Mentor – TLG College (Nottingham)

Global University Systems; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Student Success Tutor, where your role will be pivotal in guiding students towards their academic goals. This position emphasizes personalized support, fostering strong relationships, and utilizing data to enhance student retention. You will collaborate with diverse learners, creating inclusive strategies that empower them throughout their educational journey. This dynamic environment offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on student success while being part of a supportive team dedicated to educational excellence and innovation.

Benefits

My Rewards Hub - discounts and deals

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Refer-A-Friend scheme

Social events and celebrations

Eyecare vouchers

Qualifications

• Qualified educator with experience in Further/Higher Education.
• Expertise in effective learning and assessment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized academic support for students.
• Build trusting relationships to empower students in their education.
• Identify at-risk students and implement early intervention strategies.

Skills

Personal Tutoring

Academic Support

Cultural Competency

Student Engagement

Education

Teaching Qualification (QTS/PGCE)

Master’s Degree in Business Management

Job description

Job Role: Student Success Tutor/Academic Mentor – TLG (specialism in Business Management)

Candidates with experience as a Personal Tutor specializing in Business Management are encouraged to apply.

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Nottingham

Salary: Competitive

Why Join TLG

The Language Gallery (TLG) is a contemporary institution dedicated to providing a diverse range of programmes. Our commitment is centered around a student-centric learning and teaching methodology, emphasizing progressiveness, forward-thinking, and modern approaches tailored to meet the diverse needs of our learners.

TLG is part of Global University Systems (GUS) which is an international network of higher-education institutions brought together by a shared passion for accessible, industry-relevant qualifications. Our institutional culture was built upon our history and values. Our shared values – student, focus, communication, collaboration, respect, competence, entrepreneurship, and integrity – are more than aspiration. We display and expect these beliefs and behaviours from our colleagues equally.

What we offer our colleagues:

• My Rewards Hub – handpicked discounts and deals from a wide and ever-growing list of providers.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a dedicated 24/7 access platform
• A great Refer-A-Friend (RAF) scheme in operation.
• Socials via ‘GOSH’: We love to celebrate events, our successes and recognise our colleagues for their contributions.
• Eyecare vouchers
• Various other benefits on offer from being part of Global University Systems (GUS) education network.
  
  

Position:

The Role:

The Student Success Tutor plays a critical role in ensuring that students receive personalised guidance and support throughout their academic journey. This role is designed to help students achieve their academic goals through proactive coaching and support. The Student Success Tutor will create individualised strategies and plans, working closely with students to set and track academic goals, overcome barriers to success, and engage with resources. The role contributes directly to improving retention and enhancing the overall student experience through close collaboration with academic departments and student support teams.

Responsibilities include :

• Provide personalised, 1 to 1 or group academic support for students in achieving their academic goals.
• Build a relationship with students, to develop relevant individualised personal support and development plans.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students, ensuring they feel heard, supported, and empowered in their educational journey.
• Collaborate with students to define specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals (SMART goals) and track progress toward these goals through regular check-ins and adapt plans as necessary.
• Support students in understanding course material and assignments.
• Identify and support at-risk students through early intervention, including addressing academic and personal issues that may impact retention.
• Use data to identify students at risk of disengagement (e.g. low attendance) or academic decline. Implement early intervention strategies to improve retention, such as proactive outreach, tailored action plans, and regular follow-up.
  
  

Requirements:

Essential :

• An experienced and qualified educator with a background in Further/Higher Education (F/HE) or Secondary Education.
• Proven expertise in effective learning, teaching, and assessment strategies that drive student success.
• Holds or working towards a recognised teaching qualification, such as Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), or an equivalent credential.
• Deeply committed to educational excellence and student development, with a strong focus on supporting learners from diverse backgrounds (widening participation).
• Cultural Competency: Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds, respecting different cultural perspectives and creating an inclusive coaching environment.
• Knowledge of awarding body regulations and the ability to work within these
• Knowledge of safeguarding and associated principles (the Prevent agenda etc.)
  
  

Desirable :

• Experience working in a student support, pastoral, or academic advisory role within higher or further education.
• Experience working directly with creative or performing arts students, ideally within a music education environment.
• Master’s degree in Business Management, Strategy, Organisational Behaviour, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Project Management, Accountancy, HRM, Supply Chain, Logistics, International Management.
  
  

Other information:

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at the TLG. Just click on the apply button above. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria. We do not offer visa sponsorships.

We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at The Language Gallery and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company.

We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.

TLG is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, gender reassignment, race, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.