GCSE Tutor – varied subjects (part time)
Ark John Keats Academy
Exciting opportunity to join a pioneering new school in north London.
We are recruiting GCSE tutors in core GCSE subjects (English Language, English Literature, Maths, Sciences) to support our Year 11 pupils in preparing for their GCSEs. Sessions will have clear aims around closing specific gaps in understanding or practicing specific skills.
Ark John Keats Academy provides pupils from Nursery to Sixth Form with a world class standard of education. Our approach is underpinned by our six pillars – A Mastery Curriculum, High Quality Teaching, Strong Discipline, Character Development, Raising Aspirations & Enrichment and Developing Education Leaders.
The academy staff, pupils and parents are incredibly aligned, committed and passionate about our school. We have been graded outstanding in all areas by Ofsted and pupils make rapid progress in a calm, purposeful and happy environment.
In recruiting for a GCSE tutor we are seeking the following from applicants:
· A degree in a relevant subject and good A levels, or the equivalent
· Experience of tutoring or teaching pupils and preparing them for GCSE qualifications
· Understanding of, and alignment with, our six pillars
· A growth mindset
· High standards of professionalism
· Courteousness
In advance of applying please read our website and see our relevant phase briefings (under the vacancies tab).
To apply please submit your application by 8am on Monday 26th November 2018. For further information, a confidential discussion or for any technical queries please contact Will Mackintosh at w.mackintosh@arkjohneatsacademy.org
Start Date: November/December 2018
Closing date: 8am on Monday 26th November 2018
Salary: £17.33 - £25.33 per hour (Band 10 – 12 on the Ark Support Staff salary scale) depending on skills, experience and qualifications
Contract: Fixed term contract until June 2019 (with the opportunity for extension)
Working pattern: Minimum 3 / Maximum 10 hours per week. Hours will be agreed in advance with the successful candidate(s). Term Time only (39 weeks per year)
We value diversity and are committed to safeguarding and promoting child welfare. The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and any other relevant employment checks.
Job Description: GSCE Tutor – varied subjects (part time)
Reports to: Vice Principal and Heads of Department
Start date: November/December 2018
Salary: £17.33 - £25.33 per hour (Band 10 – 12 on the Ark Support Staff salary scale) depending on skills, experience and qualifications
Hours & work pattern: Minimum 3 / Maximum 10 hours per week. Hours will be agreed in advance with the successful candidate(s). Term Time only (39 weeks per year)
Disclosure level: Enhanced
Subject Tutoring
To tutor small groups of pupils in core GCSE subjects.
· Plan sessions relevant to outcomes agreed with Head of Department
· Deliver sessions with small groups of pupils and 1:1, targeted at specific areas for improvement, including exam skills, subject knowledge and skill development
· Report to Heads of Department and Subject Teachers regarding pupil progress
Academy Culture
· To support the academy’s values and ethos by contributing to the development and implementation of policies, practices and procedures
· To help create a strong academy community, characterised by consistent, orderly behaviour and caring, respectful relationships
· To be alert and active on issues relating to pupil welfare and child protection
· To support and work in collaboration with colleagues and other professionals in and beyond the school
Person Spec: GSCE Tutor – varied subjects (part time)
Qualification Criteria
· Qualified to at least degree level
· At least B grades at A-level in the subjects to be tutored
Experience
· Evidence of being, or having the potential to be, an outstanding tutor of the subject.
Knowledge
· Up to date knowledge in the curriculum area
· An understanding of what an outstanding education looks like in the classroom
· An understanding of the strategies needed to establish consistently high expectations
Behaviours
Leadership
· Effective team worker
· High expectations for accountability and consistency
· Vision aligned with Ark’s high aspirations, high expectations of self and others
· Genuine passion and a belief in the potential of every pupil
· Motivation to continually improve standards and achieve excellence
· Effective listening skills that lead to a strong understanding of others
· Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils.
Teaching and Learning
· Excellent tutor, or potential to be one, with the ability to reflect on sessions and continually improve their own practice
· Effective and systematic behaviour management, with clear boundaries, sanctions, praise and rewards
· Thinks strategically about tutoring and tailoring sessions to pupils needs
· Understands and interprets pupil data to drive session planning and pupil attainment
· Good communication, planning and organisational skills
· Demonstrates resilience, motivation and commitment to driving up standards of achievement
· Acts as a role model to staff and pupils
Other
· Commitment to equality of opportunity and the safeguarding and welfare of all pupils
· Willingness to undertake training
· This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.