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. With a focus on supporting pupils aged 5 to 18 with complex needs, we believe in creating a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered.

About Us

Our school is proud to be part of the Polaris Community, which has been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We are committed to a holistic approach that balances academic progress with emotional well-being and personal growth. With a capacity for up to 84 pupils, we are proud to have achieved a 100% rating of Good or Outstanding from Ofsted for our education services.

Your Role

As a Tutor, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the well-being and readiness for learning of our students. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the improvement of well-being, resilience, and behavior management.
• Collaborating with the education team to help remove barriers to learning.
• Leading classes during PPA and absence cover, with planning support from teaching staff.
• Delivering engaging enrichment activities.
• 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.
• Advocating for the school’s ethos and leading on reading and phonics initiatives.
• Developing relationships with parents/carers and 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 needs 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.

Working Conditions

This is a Full-Time, Term Time Only position with a basic salary of £24,000 FTE. You will enjoy a supportive work environment that prioritizes emotional health and well-being.

What We Offer

• A workplace that values your emotional health and well-being.
• 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, with costs covered by Polaris Community. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

If you’re ready to embark on a rewarding journey with us, we can’t wait to hear from you!