The role of the ALS tutor is to provide high quality teaching and learning for English, Maths, language and study skills to identified SEND learners in small groups and 1:1 to learners across our academies. In this rewarding role, you will provide in and out of class support to assist learners with learning difficulties/disabilities to help them achieve their best possible outcomes. You will be a key part of the team, and will assist in the planning, preparation & assessment of learning, giving feedback to tutors and managers on learners. You will have the personal skills and experience to be able to effectively support learners, dealing with challenging behaviour when it arises, and helping them to develop their own coping strategies. Skills People Group are a national provider of NVQs, Programmes for the unemployed and employed learners, specialising in Construction at Levels 1 - 3. We specialise in both commercial and funded training and are proud to be nationally recognised as one of the UK s largest private training providers. We are currently recruiting for a highly organised, ALS Tutor to join our team. This role will require the successful candidate to work in partnership with our business to ensure learner completion to the highest quality. The role will require travel between Academies and venues. Your main duties and responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to the following areas: Deliver teaching and learning sessions for small groups to facilities support session on English, maths, language and study skills To complete assessments on learners in line with quality teaching and learning To set and review SMART targets for learners attending session in line with quality teaching and learning Utilise learning resources and opportunities, including ICT, fully and effectively in order to enhance learner experience and employability Assessing additional support and referrals to make recommendations for reasonable adjustments Providing guidance on support options in ways that will maximise individual learning potential and achievement advising on how teaching practice and learning environments can become adjusted to the needs of the student Signposting learners to appropriate internal and external agencies and services Working collaboratively with quality department including attending curriculum meetings and maintaining strong communication to discuss progression and support for learners Devising and reviewing risk assessments, support plans and recommendations for support delivery Providing and or coordinating training for team members as required Maintaining relevant knowledge of resources, legislation and best practice, and making recommendations as appropriate Maintaining and auditing records in line with ALS funding. Keeping accurate and timely records using MIS systems relating to delivery and for internal reports Maintaining an adequate supply of equipment and relevant resources Actively promoting the provision available to current and potential learners supporting enrolment, induction, and open events Developing, maintaining and promoting links with external agencies and services for signposting to staff and learners Working collaboratively with the Safeguarding Team The ideal candidate must possess the following Skills, Experience and Qualities: Experience of teaching in the lifelong learning sector Experience of providing additional support to learners Sound knowledge of e-learning systems. Effective communication and interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail Able to follow processes Enthusiasm in the workplace Work well under pressure Knowledge of ESFA funding rules and guidance Experience in the delivery of Pre-Employment Training Experience within Construction is desirable The ideal candidate must possess the following qualifications: You will need to hold or be working towards your Maths and English L2/C grade to be considered for this role and be willing to work towards an adult learner support or equivalent qualification. A valid teaching qualification at a minimum of PTLLS In return, Skills People Group will give you: A competitive salary 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays along with 2 extra days annual leave after 2 years service Employer contributory pension scheme A challenging and rewarding role in a successful and growing business The opportunity to grow with a business Other details: You will report to the Head of Quality & Performance You will be based at C&G offices, with travel required across the academies Equality and Diversity It is the responsibility of the post holder to promote equality and diversity throughout the Group. The post holder will undertake their duties in full accordance with the Group s policies and procedures relating to equal opportunity and diversity. Health and Safety To promote health, safety, and welfare throughout the Group. To undertake their duties and responsibilities in full accordance with the Group s Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults It is the responsibility of the post holder to commit to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults within the organisation. The post holder will undertake their duties in full accordance with the Group s policies and procedures relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, e.g. dealing with learner issues i.e. safeguarding and referring on to specialist staff. This position is subject to an enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) and will be subject to satisfactory clearance of this check. If this position is classed as Regulated Activity, it is subject to an Adult & Child barring check. Review The details contained in this job description, particularly the principal accountabilities, reflect the content of the job at the date the job description was prepared. It should be remembered, however, that over time, the nature of individual jobs will inevitably change; existing duties may be lost and other duties may be gained without changing the general character of the duties of the level of responsibility entailed. Consequently, the Group will expect to revise this job description from time to time and will consult with the post holder at the appropriate time