Programme Support Tutor

We are looking for individuals who will thrive in a fast-paced, rewarding role helping to change the lives of young people by taking up a permanent position as a part-time Programme Support Tutor in our IntoUniversity centre in Leicester. You will work closely with our existing team, supporting the delivery and organisation of the IntoUniversity programme in the centre. 

What will my main duties be?

To o deliver the IntoUniversity programme effectively to children and young people in different settings.  Depending on the working hours option you are offered, this could include schools-based workshops, Academic Support sessions and educational visits. This includes positive behaviour management and adherence to the IntoUniversity safeguarding policy.

● To assist with the organisation and delivery of the Academic Support, FOCUS and Mentoring Programmes.

● To assist the IntoUniversity Centre Leader in liaising with schools and other partner bodies, in organising the classroom and resources and in planning project delivery.

● To update and maintain IntoUniversity displays, publicity and resources.

● To work with the IntoUniversity Centre Leader to recruit children and young people to the programme, including after-school Academic Support and FOCUS Weeks.

● To develop educational resources and worksheets for use across all IntoUniversity programmes.

● To ensure compliance with all necessary regulations and legal requirements, including the Children’s Act, Children and Young People (Scotland) Act, Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act, Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, and legislation and policies related to Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety.

● To champion diversity and inclusion in your role at all times, referring to the Diversity and Inclusion Staff Responsibilities Guide.

● To undertake any task that may be requested from time to time that may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post.  

Contract

Permanent, part-time

Start date

As soon as possible, as agreed with the candidate and subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check, and right to work checks.

Working hours

• 15 or 16 hours per week, local school term time only 

• Please see the job description for further information.

•  Local school term-times only (excluding public holidays)

Salary

Starting salary is £27,400 (pro-rata)
Pro-rated salary is £10,558 per annum for 16 hours per week
Pro-rated salary is £9,898 per annum for 15 hours per week.

Location

IntoUniversity Leicester North, Barley Croft Community Centre, Malham Close, Leicester

Staff benefits

– Employee Assistance Programme

– Life Assurance

– Staff in FOCUS

– rewards, competitions and prizes across the year

– Interest-free new starter loans of up to £1,000

– Cycle to Work Scheme

-- Travelcard Loan Scheme