Tutor

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

Tutor Position

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Basic Salary: £24,000 FTE
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Proposed Start Date: May 2026

About Us

At Lyttelton House School, located in the heart of Andover, we create a safe and supportive environment for up to 60 pupils aged 5 to 16 with complex needs. Our mission is to foster a nurturing atmosphere where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe in a holistic approach that balances academic progress with emotional wellbeing and personal growth.

As part of the Polaris Community, we have been dedicated to transforming the lives of young people for over 30 years. With fifteen SEN schools across the UK, we collaborate to provide tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe environment that inspires learning and encourages achievement. We are proud to have 100% of our education services rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

Your Role

As a Tutor, you will play a vital role in supporting our students' personal and academic development. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Enhancing wellbeing, readiness for learning, resilience, and behaviour management.
• Collaborating with the Education Team to remove barriers to learning.
• Promoting positive learning behaviours among our young people.
• 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 effectively.
• Documenting lessons and interventions delivered.
• Preparing information for meetings related to pupils.
• Advocating for the ethos of Lyttelton House School.
• Leading on Reading and Phonics, tracking progress.
• Developing the Pupil Voice initiative in collaboration 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, along with solid IT skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role (e.g., HLTA).
• Experience working with pupils with SEMH in an educational setting.
• The confidence to take on additional responsibilities in specific areas (e.g., Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga, etc.).
• Experience in behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

Why Join Us?

We offer a supportive and inclusive workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone, including you! Here’s what you can expect:

• A commitment to your professional development through a variety of opportunities.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching.
• A friendly and passionate team dedicated to improving outcomes for our students.

Please note that the successful candidate will need 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.