Askham Bryan College is recruiting a Progress Tutor to work with a cohort of students within one of its curriculum departments, on a fixed-term contract from 1 September 2027. The post centres on delivering tutorial group sessions on employability, personal development and life skills, alongside regular Progress Review meetings that track achievement and address barriers to learning. It is a full‑time role with 16–18 learners, involving liaison with parents and carers and with curriculum, student services and work placement teams. Candidates need an understanding of 16–18 provision, and the post requires an enhanced DBS check.
What the job involves
- Deliver Progression and Development tutorial group sessions covering employability, personal development and essential life skills
- Hold regular Progress Review meetings to monitor student achievement and academic progress
- Identify barriers to learning and provide targeted support so students reach their potential
- Liaise with parents and carers to keep students engaged, progressing and enjoying their course
- Work collaboratively with curriculum areas, the Student Services Team and Work Placement Teams
- Help students build independence and understand how to keep themselves safe beyond college
- Support each student to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to progress to their next stage
Skills & knowledge
- Understanding of 16–18 provision
- Good time management
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to motivate students
- Ability to work independently when required
- Strong team player
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Disclosure of all convictions and cautions, whether spent or not
- Not barred from regulated activity involving children or vulnerable adults
Other
- Enthusiastic, student‑focused and passionate about supporting young people to achieve their goals
What’s offered
- Generous pension scheme with generous employer contributions
- 35 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
- Options for flexible working arrangements (role dependent)
- Enhanced sick pay and compassionate leave scheme
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay
- Highly discounted gym membership at the on‑site gym
- Free car parking and cycle to work scheme
- Access to on‑site facilities including a farm, equine centre, wildlife park and VR suite
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
