Tutor

Mencap; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days paid holiday

Discounts at leading high-street shops

Health cash plans

Interest-free loans

Many more offerings

Job summary

Mencap Training Academy is recruiting a Tutor/HLTA to join the Supported Internship programme in the UK, delivering education and work-readiness to young people with learning disabilities, difficulties, and/or autism. You will create engaging lessons and support life skills development within a collaborative team.

You will deliver English and Maths up to Level 2, and the HLTA pathway offers support to gain a Level 5 qualification post-probation.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher or HLTA with willingness to pursue Level 5.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade 4/C or above.
• Experience supporting learners with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism.
• Experience delivering functional skills in English and Maths up to Level 2.
• Proven ability to deliver against targets and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Create dynamic and engaging lessons that integrate English and Maths with real-world employability skills.
• Develop essential life skills to help learners navigate their communities with confidence.
• Design innovative and engaging lessons that spark curiosity and foster learning.
• Collaborate with team members to provide holistic support and help learners secure paid employment.
• Deliver accredited functional skills in English and Maths to prepare learners for future success.
• Provide dedicated planning time to enable high-quality delivery and administration.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Engagement

Differentiated instruction

Education

PGCE / CertEd / DTLLS

HLTA status / Level 3 with Level 5 pathway

Job description

Do you have a genuine passion for empowering young people with learning disabilities? Are you a qualified teacher or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)? Do you have a creative flair for engaging learners? Then this is the perfect opportunity for you! Join our vibrant Supported Internship programme in the Black Country! We are recruiting for 1 x full time (37.5 hours/week) Tutor/HLTA to be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping young people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism access the world of work. Mencap's Internships combines education and work experience to prepare our learners for employment. As a Tutor you will focus on the delivery of the educational element of Supported Internships programmes to include employability skills, functional skills English & Maths, from Entry level to Level 2. If you are a Higher level Teaching Assistant we will support you to gain a level 5 qualification. What will you be doing? Inspire Young Minds: Create dynamic and engaging lessons that seamlessly integrate English and math into real-world employability skills. Develop Essential Life Skills: Equip learners with practical life skills to navigate their communities with confidence and independence. Think Outside the Box: Design innovative and fun lessons that spark curiosity and foster a love of learning. Collaborate for Success: Work closely with team members to provide holistic support and help learners secure paid employment. Deliver Accredited Qualifications: Teach and assess accredited functional skills in English and Maths to prepare learners for future success. Enjoy Dedicated Planning Time: We'll provide you with a full day each week to focus on planning and administrative tasks so you can deliver the best possible support to your learners. Flexible Leave: We don't follow the academic year calendar, so you can take annual leave throughout the year, providing flexibility for your work-life balance. Would you like to see what we do at Mencap Training Academy? Do you have the key skills and requirements for a Tutor? (essential)

Key Requirements

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS) is preferred. However, candidates with a Level 3 qualification or HLTA status and willingness to undertake a Level 5 qualification post-probation will be considered.
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade 4/C or above.

Experience

• Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism.
• Experience in delivering functional skills in English and Maths up to Level 2.
• Proven ability to deliver against targets and KPI's.
• Experience of working with a diverse range of learners.
• Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.

Desirable

• Experience in delivering functional skills in English and math.
• Experience working in a supported internship setting.
• Knowledge of employment-related skills and training.

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about supporting young people with SEN.
• Creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure.

Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.

• 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata)
• discounts at leading high-street retailers
• access to health cash plans
• interest-free loans
• many more exciting offerings

About Mencap Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live their lives to the full. We campaign for a fairer society. We work with families and partners to build inclusive communities. And we deliver the services people need to live their lives. Everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.

Our Values

• Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
• Every day we grow and learn. It's okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes.
• Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.