Health & Social Care Tutor in Watford

Who are we looking for? Are you an inspiring educator with a real passion for creating engaging and creative sessions and looking for a rewarding new challenge? Are you eager to make a difference in the lives of young people by providing them with enriching knowledge and experiences? Can you engage and build positive relationships with young people who may have complex needs? Do you feel that young people who are vulnerable deserve an opportunity to develop their skills and abilities and have the best chance to succeed? Are you enthusiastic, determined and resilient with effective communication skills? TCHC is looking for a motivational educator to join our team as a Health and Care Tutor based at our GAPS Basildon Centre.

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent L2 Functional skills) in English and maths at grade C/4 or above
• Health & Social Care qualification up to L3 and above
• Qualified to PTLLS / CTLLS (or equivalent)
• Qualified to PTLLS / DTLLS / Cert Ed / PGCE (or equivalent)
• Assessor qualification and experience

If you do not currently hold a teaching or assessing qualification, we are able to support you through the appropriate qualifications or assessments.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Plan, prepare and teach lessons at Entry 3 and Level 1 for Health and Care
• Create effective schemes of work that support individual learning and contribute to the company’s development
• Develop innovative lesson plans and deliver group activities that challenge all learners appropriately
• Diagnose learners’ literacy, numeracy and ICT needs using diagnostic tests and mock tests
• Differentiate lesson plans and resources in line with learner needs as outlined in EHCP documents or through observations
• Consider enrichment projects that support learner learning
• Use current technology to enhance teaching, learning and information retention
• Provide 1:1 support to learners where necessary, utilising LSA support during lessons
• Give appropriate encouragement, guidance, and support to help learners progress
• Manage any behaviour issues in line with TCHC policy, with support from the Centre Manager
• Prepare and submit up-to-date assessments of learners
• Manage LSA deployment during lessons, ensuring all learners are supported and their work meets the appropriate standard

Continuing Professional Development

• Undertake a full company induction programme under the guidance of the Centre Manager
• Follow the Education Inspection Framework
• Familiarise yourself with the EHCP process and undertake CPD for SEND learners
• Keep up to date with research and developments in teaching pedagogy, curriculum changes and new initiatives
• Prepare for and attend standardisation meetings instructed by Quality Assurance
• Work with the Quality team to ensure curriculum delivery meets high expectations for TCHC study programmes
• Reflect on and improve practice to promote teaching and learning, ensuring learner success and progress

Administration

• Implement TCHC assessment, recording and reporting procedures
• Track learner progress using appropriate tracking systems
• Set SMART targets for learners, including academic and personal growth, and align with EHCP targets
• Conduct 1:1 progress reviews of qualifications and personal skills
• Develop and maintain relationships with external organisations involved with the centre and curriculum
• Participate in meetings with colleagues, parents and agencies for the benefit of students
• Participate in events and open days as required
• Support absent colleagues as required
• Participate in OFSTED inspections as required

Safeguarding

• Adhere to all safeguarding policies and procedures, following reporting procedures
• Use CPOMs to record safeguarding concerns or incidents accurately, keeping all parties updated with follow‑up actions
• Collaborate with the Centre Manager, Safeguarding Champion and DSL for information gathering
• Raise concerns immediately for the student’s welfare

Health and Safety

• Comply with all health, safety and welfare procedures
• Undertake risk assessments for the programme area related to teaching and learning
• Take responsibility for personal and others’ health, safety and welfare in all actions and inactions

Note

These responsibilities serve as an initial outline for the tasks that the post holder will initially be expected to perform. Changes may occur over time to accommodate evolving job requirements and adapt to shifting circumstances. Given the dynamic nature of our operational environment, flexibility and a willingness to travel to different work locations are essential. This outline will be reviewed periodically as part of our Continuous Professional Development process.

Confidentiality

The individual in this role is responsible for upholding the confidentiality of information pertaining to clients, staff and other stakeholders. Certain aspects of the work involve handling confidential information that must not be disclosed outside official duties. Adherence to the General Data Protection Regulation Act is mandatory.

Safeguarding, Prevent & Equal Opportunities

TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination for everyone. We adhere to Safer Recruitment Policies, safeguarding practices, the Prevent Duty and advocate for the welfare of children, youth and adults. We continuously enhance and refine safeguarding processes, fostering a culture of safeguarding across our team members and volunteers.

Commitment to Safeguarding

TCHC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All staff must adhere to our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and safeguarding responsibilities outlined in their job description. Safer Recruitment Checks are conducted for all staff prior to the start date, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. An online search of public domain information is performed on all candidates invited to interview.

Pre‑employment Checks

The company conducts an internal online search on social media platforms in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. If any pertinent information arises, it will be discussed with the applicant during the recruitment process. Successful job offers trigger digitalised right‑to‑work checks and external DBS applications. An enhanced DBS check, including the barred list, is mandatory for this role. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Relevant guidance around the ROA 1974 exceptions and DBS filtering can be found in the DBS Filtering Guide and the MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. For further information, refer to our Recruitment with Safer Recruitment Policy or contact 01923 698477 or hr@tchc.net.