Tutor/Cover Supervisor

Join Our Team at Polaris Education - Ormston School!

Position: Tutor (Curriculum)
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Salary: £21,257.48 - £23,232.69
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Headingley, Leeds, West Yorkshire
Start Date: ASAP

About Ormston School

This is an exciting time to join our vibrant community as we continue to grow and evolve! We are on the lookout for a passionate Tutor to support our curriculum delivery and take on the role of cover supervisor.

Located in the heart of Headingley, Ormston School provides a safe and nurturing environment for young people with special educational needs and disabilities, aged 5 to 18 years. With significant investment and a wealth of new resources, you will have the chance to shape our school culture and foster an atmosphere that promotes self-discipline, engagement, and inspired learning.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. With twelve SEN schools across the UK, we work collaboratively to provide tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a supportive environment. We are proud that 100% of our inspected services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Tutor, you will:

• Enhance wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management within Ormston School.
• Collaborate with the education team to support young people's personal and academic growth by removing barriers to learning.
• Encourage positive learning behaviours among students.
• Lead classes during PPA and absence cover.
• Deliver engaging enrichment activities.
• Provide support in lessons for academic understanding or emotional and behavioural needs.
• Address immediate concerns and clarify situations as they arise.
• Create and compile information related to lessons and interventions.
• Assist in preparing information for meetings about pupils.
• Champion the ethos of Ormston School.
• Lead interventions, including reading and phonics, while reviewing student progress.
• Develop the Pupil Voice initiative in collaboration with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Build relationships with parents/carers, actively participating in transitions and consultations.
• Lead ELSA sessions and complete relevant training with the local authority.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• A strong educational background, with at least GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, along with sound IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., HLTA, Cover Supervisor).
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH/Autism in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.
• A readiness to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check prior to starting work.

What We Offer You

At Ormston School, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff and students. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes emotional wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching in a safe environment.
• A friendly, inclusive team dedicated to improving outcomes for all students.

Ormston School is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share this commitment.