Independence Skills Tutor (SEND) - (Sutton College) in London

Details

The post holder will teach courses within the SEND department, in both onsite and community settings.

They will ensure high-quality delivery through the implementation of QA processes and contribute to the College’s growth by supporting a vibrant curriculum and improving learner outcomes.

The role also involves assisting with focused curriculum development, personalised employment support, and learner progression.

Role Details

Target Start

14/09/2026

Days

Mondays 09:30 ‑ 12:00 term time

Salary

Grade 7 (SCP 23)

The post holder will help meet the College’s strategic goals, especially targeting priority groups under the Adult Skills Fund, and will collaborate with the Head of Curriculum & Quality to deliver a high‑quality programme aligned with learner and employer needs.

The allocation of hours is outlined in the job advert and may be subject to change if the needs of the business change.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, deliver and evaluate all courses you are responsible for, ensuring key elements are considered around exams and internal college syllabi.
• Deliver stimulating sessions that inspire learners, ensuring learning is engaging, relevant and aligned to the current Scheme of Learning and the Intent & specification for the course.
• Set high expectations for learners from the start, embedding college and course expectations, key British Values and life skills.
• Manage the learning process effectively, guiding and supporting learners, differentiating teaching to meet diverse needs, and ensuring they are appropriately challenged and supported.
• Upload all relevant teaching, learning and assessment materials to the virtual learning environment, keeping them up to date and aligned to unit delivery.
• Keep learner, group and progress tracking documents updated weekly and monthly, including accurate recording of attendance and punctuality.
• Set challenging objectives relevant to the course intent and learners’ development.
• Agree individual learning plans with learners, setting SMART course and personal targets, and review them regularly, providing meaningful feedback.
• Systematically assess learners’ work, giving timely and developmental written and verbal feedback.
• Involve learners in reflecting on, evaluating and improving their performance.
• Give subject‑specialist information, advice and support to learners, including progression advice or referrals to careers teams.
• Identify, refer and plan additional support for learners by liaising with the learning support team.
• Work with the exams team, curriculum support and other teams to ensure accurate records for learners, including exam registrations and schedules.
• Plan opportunities for learners to experience out‑of‑classroom contexts such as placements, volunteering, visits to libraries, museums and employment settings.
• Work with the Head of Curriculum & Quality to support the development of programs that enable learners to gain new skills, qualifications and knowledge for personal goals and employment.
• Support marketing by participating in key events at the college and externally, promoting courses to new learners or employers.
• Write detailed and accurate course outlines to support promotion of the department and college.
• Carry out interviews for prospective learners, including initial and diagnostic assessments.
• Attend departmental, college and external meetings as required, with attendance paid at the set meeting rate.
• Keep up to date with internal and external assessments and examinations, including keeping appropriate records and completing returns.
• Liaise with the exams team to support smooth operation of internal and external examinations.
• Undertake and keep up to date Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity, Safeguarding, Prevent and GDPR training, and report concerns to the relevant staff.
• Comply with the Professional Standards for Teachers and Trainers in Education and Training as per college policy.
• Undertake other duties commensurate to the grade of the post, including supporting the priorities and management of the College as a whole.
• Take responsibility for own professional development in consultation with the Line Manager.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with College Policies and procedures, including Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding, Data Protection, core values, confidentiality and relevant procedures.
• Be a proactive and effective team member working flexibly and efficiently toward department targets and overall College strategic targets.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the Line Manager or their delegated deputy, supporting the improvement, growth and sustainability of the College.

Qualifications & Experience

• An appropriate teaching qualification for the Post 16 sector (e. g., DET, Cert. Ed. or equivalent), or willingness to complete a Level 4 qualification within the first year.
• A qualification in the subject specialism (at least Level 4, e. g., HND, 1st Degree) or in‑depth knowledge and a minimum of three years’ substantial experience in teaching English/Maths.
• Level 2 (GCSE or equivalent) qualifications in English and Mathematics.
• A1 Assessors qualification or equivalent.
• V1 Verifiers qualification or equivalent.
• Experience teaching in an adult education or further education post‑16 college/training environment.
• Experience teaching a range of levels up to GCSE English/Maths, including preparation for GCSE and functional skills.
• Experience of quality improvement processes that support and develop practice.
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