Mencap
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Are you passionate about empowering young people with learning disabilities? Are you a qualified teacher or Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)? Do you have a creative flair for engaging learners? Then this is the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Role
We are recruiting for 1 x full time (37.5 hours/week) Tutor/HLTA to be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping young people with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism access the world of work. Mencap's Internships combines education and work experience to prepare our learners for employment. As a Tutor you will focus on the delivery of the educational element of Supported Internships programmes to include employability skills, functional skills English & Maths, from Entry level to Level 2.
If you are a Higher level Teaching Assistant we will support you to gain a level 5 qualification.
What Will You Be Doing?
- Inspire Young Minds: Create dynamic and engaging lessons that seamlessly integrate English and math into real-world employability skills.
- Develop Essential Life Skills: Equip learners with practical life skills to navigate their communities with confidence and independence.
- Think Outside the Box: Design innovative and fun lessons that spark curiosity and foster a love of learning.
- Collaborate for Success: Work closely with team members to provide holistic support and help learners secure paid employment.
- Deliver Accredited Qualifications: Teach and assess accredited functional skills in English and Maths to prepare learners for future success.
- Enjoy Dedicated Planning Time: We'll provide you with a full day each week to focus on planning and administrative tasks so you can deliver the best possible support to your learners.
- Flexible Leave: We don't follow the academic year calendar, so you can take annual leave throughout the year, providing flexibility for your work-life balance.
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Key Skills and Requirements
Qualifications
- A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd, DTLLS) is preferred. However, candidates with a Level 3 qualification or HLTA status and willingness to undertake a Level 5 qualification post-probation will be considered.
- GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) at grade 4/C or above.
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Experience
- Experience in supporting individuals with learning disabilities, learning difficulties, and/or autism.
- Experience in delivering functional skills in English and Maths up to Level 2.
- Proven ability to deliver against targets and KPI’s.
- Experience of working with a diverse range of learners.
- Strong classroom management and behaviour management skills.
Desirable
- Experience in delivering functional skills in English and math.
- Experience working in a supported internship setting.
- Knowledge of employment-related skills and training.
Personal Qualities
- Passionate about supporting young people with SEN.
- Creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances.
- Positive and enthusiastic attitude.
- Resilient and able to work under pressure.
Application Instructions
Please ensure your application is fully up to date and matches the employment history of your CV and provide a cover statement.
This vacancy closes on Wednesday 14th October. Interviews will be across 2 stages if successful.
JOB ID: 36957
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