Tutor

Join Our Team as a Tutor at Polaris Children's Services!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Lyttelton House School, located in the heart of Andover, Hampshire, we are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 16 with complex needs. With a capacity for up to 60 pupils, we believe in fostering a nurturing atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional wellbeing and personal growth. We are proud that 100% of our education services have been rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Tutor, you will play a vital role in supporting our students' personal and academic development. Your responsibilities will include:

• Enhancing wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management.
• Collaborating with the Education Team to remove barriers to learning.
• Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
• Delivering engaging enrichment activities during 'Golden Time'.
• Providing in-class support for academic, pastoral, emotional, or behavioural needs.
• Responding to immediate concerns and resolving situations appropriately.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Assisting in preparing information for meetings regarding pupils.
• Acting as an advocate for the ethos of Lyttelton House School.
• Leading on Reading and Phonics, reviewing progress made by students.
• Developing the role of Pupil Voice and liaising with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Building relationships with parents/carers and supporting transitions.

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.
• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., HLTA) and working with pupils with SEMH.
• The confidence to take on additional responsibilities in specific areas (e.g., Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga).
• Experience in behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

Working Conditions

This is a full-time, term-time only position with a basic salary of £24,000 FTE. You will be part of a friendly and inclusive team that is passionate about improving outcomes for our students.

What We Offer

At Polaris Children's Services, we value the emotional health and wellbeing of our staff. Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
• Opportunities for professional development through a variety of training programs.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A collaborative team environment focused on achieving high-quality teaching.

Join us in our mission to provide a safe educational provision where every child can thrive. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Polaris Community.

Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably 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.

We can’t wait to meet you!