Tutor

Join Our Team as a Tutor at The Olive Frances School!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Polaris Education, we are looking for a dedicated Tutor to join our vibrant community at The Olive Frances School in Banbury, Oxfordshire. This is a full-time, term-time only position with a competitive salary of £24,000 FTE.

About Our School

Located in the heart of Banbury, our school provides a safe and supportive environment for up to 84 pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs. We believe in fostering a positive atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our holistic approach ensures that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional well-being and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. We are proud that 100% of our education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Your Role and Responsibilities

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

• Enhancing wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behavior management.
• Collaborating with the education team to remove barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive learning behaviors among students.
• Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
• Delivering enrichment activities during golden time.
• Assisting in lessons to support academic understanding and emotional needs.
• Responding to immediate concerns and clarifying situations.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Preparing relevant information for meetings about pupils.
• Advocating for the ethos of the school.
• Leading on reading and phonics, reviewing progress made by students.
• Developing the role of Pupil Voice and liaising with SLT about the Pupil Council.
• Building relationships with parents/carers and actively participating in transitions and consultations.

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, such as HLTA.
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
• Confidence to take on additional responsibilities in areas like Food Hygiene, Forest School, or School Yoga.
• Experience in behavior management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer You

At Polaris Education, 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 and skill acquisition.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving outcomes.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, 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. Join us in our mission to promote the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults!