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Personal Tutor

Employer
King Edward VI College, Stourbridge
Location
Stourbridge, West Midlands
Salary
£22,065.56 – £24,812.66 per annum for term-time only based on 37 hours per week
Closing date
4 Dec 2024
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Job Details

King Edward VI College, Stourbridge is a sixth form college and a member of the Heart of Mercia Trust.  As A level specialists, we provide a deep and thorough academic curriculum and help our students to develop excellent independent study skills. Just as important is our broader development curriculum, with almost 100 different clubs, groups and activities operating on a weekly basis, and excellent preparation for careers and HE.  Our students come from a great variety of social and cultural backgrounds, and we take pride in supporting them to form an active and friendly community.

We require a full-time personal tutor to work as part of our student support team, to start as soon as possible.

The Student Support team offers extensive support and guidance, ensuring that our students thrive and can reach their full potential, whilst preparing them for the next stage of their lives.

The role of the Personal Tutor (PT) is fundamental to the College’s pastoral system, which is central to the support we offer our students.  PTs will monitor the academic and personal development, attendance and behaviour of all their tutees.  PTs will support students in their progress towards their academic and personal targets as well as contributing to the development of wider competencies through the tutorial programme.

The College is fully committed to supporting all members of staff through staff development and in-service training.

This is a permanent, full-time, term-time only post with up to 10 extra contractual days (which will be paid separately), subject to the conditions of service handbook of the Sixth Form Colleges Association.  Salary will be paid on the Sixth Form Colleges Association support staff pay scale 11 - 15 which is £22,065.56 – £24,812.66 per annum for term-time only, based on 37 hours per week.

Full requirements for the role can be found in the attached job description and person specification or from the college: email hr@kedst.ac.uk; or access information via the college website: www.kedst.ac.uk.

Please note that CVs cannot be accepted.  Applications must be sent electronically in the original format (Word document).  Closing date for applications is 9.00 am Friday 6 December. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.  

We know that a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. We actively encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. We recognise that everyone brings unique perspectives, experiences, and talents to our college, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees can thrive.

King Edward VI College, Stourbridge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

As part of the shortlisting, King Edward VI College (part of Heart of Mercia Trust) may undertake an online search in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the  Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

Company

The King Ed’s community is a very special one: it is characterised by its vibrancy, its inclusiveness, respect for each individual and a recognition that our differences enrich us all and help promote a stimulating learning environment.

Our teachers are passionate about their subjects, inspiring in the classroom and willing to support students every step of the way. Our support staff match our teachers in their dedication, hard work and commitment to guiding students towards success and personal fulfilment. 

Whilst many are attracted to King Ed’s by its long history and enviable national and local reputation, we’re confident that it will be the opportunity to be part of this most special of communities that will convince you that King Ed’s is the right place for you to continue to develop your career.

General personnel related enquiries can be made to hr@kedst.ac.uk

Company info
Website
Telephone
01384 398100
Location
Lower High Street
Stourbridge
West Midlands
DY8 ITD
GB

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