At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire young people with SEND to achieve their potential through engaging programmes.
- Company: YMCA Derbyshire, dedicated to transforming lives and promoting inclusive education.
- Benefits: 37 days holiday, birthday off, life assurance, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and help shape innovative programmes for young adults.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while advancing your career in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in teaching or tutoring, especially with SEND learners, is highly desirable.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
Be part of something that changes lives - including yours.
Based: Marble Hall and Green hub YMCA London Road and Nightingale Road.
Hours: 35 hours per week
What we offer:
- 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- Your birthday off every year
- Life Assurance (2x salary)
- Recognition awards, celebration events and long-service rewards
- Training, development and genuine career impact and a role where your work truly matters every single day
About the role:
Do you believe every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed? At YMCA Derbyshire's Key College, we work with young people aged 16-24 with SEND and EHCPs, helping them develop the confidence, skills and independence they need to move into employment, Supported Internships and brighter futures. We're looking for an inspiring and motivated Lead Tutor to join our growing team. This is far more than a teaching role; it's an opportunity to lead programmes, mentor colleagues, shape provision and make a lasting difference to young people's lives. Every day you'll see the impact of your work as learners achieve milestones they never thought possible.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver our Pre-Supported Internship programme
- Teach engaging English, maths and employability sessions
- Support learners to progress into Supported Internships and employment
- Coordinate Practical Skills and Supported Internship provision across the team
- Mentor and support tutors to deliver outstanding learning experiences
- Work closely with parents, carers, employers and external agencies
- Act as the Key College site lead for our Green Hub and Marble Hall centres
- Help shape innovative programmes that prepare young people for adulthood and work
We're looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about improving opportunities for young people with SEND
- An experienced tutor, teacher or trainer
- Confident leading others and supporting colleagues to succeed
- Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent at building positive relationships with learners, families and partner organisations
- Committed to safeguarding and delivering high-quality education
- Driving licence and access to a car essential.
Experience supporting learners with EHCPs, employability or Supported Internships would be highly desirable. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to take the next step in their education career. Whether you're already leading programmes or you're an experienced tutor ready to develop into leadership, this role offers the chance to influence provision, develop colleagues and transform outcomes for young people. If you're passionate about inclusive education, employability and helping young people achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you.
YMCA Derbyshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to references and an enhanced DBS check. YMCA Derbyshire is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer.
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