Best Practice Network
EYITT Tutor
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About Best Practice Network
We at Best Practice Network share the belief that every child, regardless of their background, should benefit from an excellent education. To achieve that, we support and train the educational professionals who work alongside them to be the best they can be, so in turn, they can transform the lives of children and young people.
We're a friendly, DfE accredited, Ofsted outstanding training company providing apprenticeships, professional development, and the DfE's 'Golden Thread' (trainee teachers to school Executive Leaders). We are adaptable, collaborative, and genuinely value the work we do to support the education sector, as much as our trainees do.
Our people are at the heart of our business and our passion and commitment to education is what drives us. As a result, we have seen incredible growth over the last few years both nationally and internationally.
We aim to be an employer where everyone can be themselves, do their best in an inclusive working environment, and where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
Context
Best Practice Network (BPN) is a national provider of Initial Teacher Training (ITT), delivering programmes across Primary, Secondary, SEND, and EYITT routes. Our vision is for every child to access an excellent education regardless of background, and our values are to Strive for Excellence, Inspire Learning, Work as a Team, and Act with Integrity.
The Tutor Role
The Tutor role is responsible for providing high-quality training delivery, academic guidance, and pastoral support to student teachers. Tutors work directly with student teachers and mentors, ensuring consistent triad processes, accurate assessment, and a strong student teacher experience.
Role Purpose
To deliver high-quality curriculum sessions, support student teacher progress, facilitate effective mentoring and triad processes, and contribute to robust assessment and quality assurance.
Tutors hold direct responsibility for a caseload of student teachers, ensuring they receive consistent, accurate, and supportive guidance.
Key Responsibilities
Training Delivery
- Deliver centre-based and school-based training sessions aligned to curriculum intent.
- Facilitate interactive, evidence-informed sessions to support student teacher development.
- Ensure consistency with programme materials and subject/phase guidance.
Student Teacher Support
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- Hold a caseload of student teachers (up to 20) and provide ongoing academic and pastoral support.
- Conduct regular progress reviews and maintain accurate records.
- Support student teachers and their mentors to understand assessment expectations, curriculum requirements, and professional responsibilities.
- Act as a key point of contact for mentors, offering guidance and support where needed and encouraging engagement in mentor training.
- Identify early signs of concern relating to student teachers or mentoring arrangements and escalate appropriately to the Lead Mentor (and Programme Lead where required).
School-Based Placement Support
- Facilitate effective triad meetings between student teacher, mentor, and tutor.
- Carry out lesson observations and provide high-quality developmental feedback.
- Support schools/mentors with clarity on expectations, documentation, and assessment processes.
- Contribute to ensuring a positive, compliant, and supportive placement experience.
Assessment & Quality Assurance
- Complete formative assessment accurately and on time.
- Track student teacher progress and ensure assessment decisions align with programme criteria.
- Participate in QA processes, including moderation and data review.
- Contribute to consistency across routes by ensuring high-quality feedback and documentation.
Data & Systems Use
- Maintain accurate Mosaic records for all student teachers.
- Record progress, attendance, observations, and triad outcomes efficiently and reliably.
- Ensure all required documentation meets compliance expectations.
Communication & Professional Conduct
- Maintain regular communication with Lead Tutors and Programme Leads.
- Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and escalate concerns promptly.
- Build constructive relationships with mentors, schools, and MATs.
- Act as a professional ambassador for the programme and BPN values.
Recruitment & Applicant Engagement
- Participate in interviewing prospective applicants for ITT programmes to support high-quality recruitment.
- Contribute professional insight during selection processes to ensure candidates demonstrate the potential to meet programme expectations.
- Act as an ambassador for BPN, promoting the programme and supporting strong applicant engagement.
Targets / KPIs
- Student Teacher Engagement & Progress: Timely completion of progress reviews and assessments.
- Quality Assurance: High-quality observation notes, triad records, and assessment documentation.
- Data Accuracy: ≥98% accuracy on Mosaic entries.
- Student Teacher Satisfaction: Contribute to strong student teacher experience metrics across assigned caseload.
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Person Specification
Education and Qualifications / Experience and Skills
Essential
- QTS and experience in teaching/mentoring
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to provide high-quality student teacher support
- Experience with assessment or programme delivery
- Experience across multiple phases or SEND
- Familiarity with Mosaic or equivalent platforms
- QA or professional development training
Desirable
- None listed
Attributes
Essential
- Collaborative, reflective, and values-driven
- Strong problem-solver and communicator
- Detail-focused, reliable, and professional
Desirable
- None listed
Contract & Working Pattern
Home/hybrid working with regional travel to centres and placement schools.
Our Benefits
- 28 days holiday and get an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to max 33 days PLUS bank holidays
- Health Cash Plan, once you've passed probation, which includes access to a private GP
- From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary
- We'll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months
- Choose what flexible benefits you want after you've passed probation - this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars, and give as you earn
- Learning and development opportunities
- Volunteer days - 3 paid volunteer days a year, with 2 dedicated to Education
By joining us, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.
Employment Offers
Employment offers are subject to satisfactory vetting checks. These checks will be run in line with the latest guidance and legislation. You will need to already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to offer any sponsorship(s) for visa applicants.
This role also requires criminal records checks in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and safeguarding legislation. For roles in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland, this is a DBS check or PVG Scheme in Scotland. The level of check required will determine what you need to disclose.
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