Tutor

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? At Polaris Children's Services, we are dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 16 with complex needs. Located in Andover, Hampshire, our school is a place where every child feels valued, respected, and empowered.

With over 30 years of experience, we are proud to be part of the Polaris Community, which includes fifteen SEN schools across the UK. Our commitment to a holistic approach ensures that academic progress goes hand-in-hand with emotional wellbeing and personal growth. We are thrilled to share that 100% of our education services have been rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted!

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.
• Responding to immediate concerns and resolving situations appropriately.
• Creating and collating information related to lessons and interventions.
• Assisting in preparing information for meetings about 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.

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).
• 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).
• Experience in behaviour management techniques.
• A commitment to professional development and a willingness to learn.

At Polaris, we believe in valuing the emotional health and wellbeing of everyone in our community, including you! Here’s what you can expect:

• A supportive workplace that prioritizes your development through various professional opportunities.
• The chance to make a significant impact on the lives of vulnerable children who deserve high-quality teaching.
• A friendly and inclusive team that is passionate about improving outcomes for our students.

As part of our commitment to safeguarding, the successful candidate will need to complete an enhanced DBS check, which will be covered by Polaris Community. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

Join us in our mission to inspire and empower young minds! We can’t wait to meet you!