Tutor

Join Our Team as a Tutor at Polaris Children's Services - Lyttelton House School!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Polaris Children's Services, we believe in creating a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered. Located in Andover, Hampshire, our school supports pupils aged 5 to 16 with complex needs, and we are looking for a dedicated Tutor to join our team!

About Us

With a capacity for up to 60 pupils, Lyttelton House School is part of the Polaris Community, which has been transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach to education, ensuring that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional wellbeing and personal growth. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our 100% Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding across all education services.

Your Role

As a Tutor, you will play a vital role in supporting our pupils' 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.
• Addressing immediate concerns and resolving situations appropriately.
• Creating and compiling lesson and intervention information.
• Acting as an advocate for the ethos of Lyttelton House School.
• Leading on Reading and Phonics, reviewing progress made by pupils.
• Developing the role of Pupil Voice and liaising with the Senior Leadership Team.
• Building strong 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.
• 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.

What We Offer

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

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your wellbeing.
• A commitment to your professional development through various opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children.
• A friendly and inclusive team dedicated to improving outcomes.

Join us in our mission to provide high-quality teaching in a safe educational environment. 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 qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

We can’t wait to meet you!