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English & Maths Tutor (Alternative Provision)
Education Regency Source Alternative Provision, NG18 1EE Permanent (subject to probation)
Salary
NCC Pay Scale (dependent on experience)
Hours
8:00am – 4:00pm, plus 2 hours per week for meetings, planning and development. 5 days per week, term time only.
About Us
Regency Source Alternative Provision supports young people who benefit from a more personalised, structured and supportive environment outside of mainstream education.
We are committed to:
• Small group delivery
• Clear routines and consistent expectations
• Positive relationships and strong staff presence
• Supporting reintegration into mainstream education or progression onto GCSE and post-16 pathways
Learner Model:
Years 5–8: Monday & Tuesday
Years 9–11: Thursday & Friday
Wednesday: Vocational and enrichment focus, with intervention and curriculum development opportunities.
The Role
We are seeking a confident, resilient and engaging English & Maths Tutor to join our team. We would particularly welcome applicants who bring a strong mentoring approach, calm authority, practical problem-solving skills and a positive, consistent presence for young people.
This role goes beyond classroom delivery. You will support learners to:
• Re-engage with education
• Rebuild confidence
• Progress academically and personally
• Transition successfully back into mainstream settings or onward pathways
You will deliver:
• English and Maths from upper primary through Key Stage 4
• SATs learning support
• Functional Skills up to Level 2
• Support for return to GCSE curriculum pathways
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver engaging English and Maths sessions for learners Year 5–11
• Prepare and deliver Functional Skills (Entry Level to Level 2)
• Support SATs preparation and reintegration pathways
• Support learners returning to GCSE curriculum expectations
• Plan structured, purposeful lessons that build confidence and independence
• Track progress and contribute to learner reviews and planning
• Work collaboratively with the wider team to support positive outcomes
Wednesday Focus:
On Wednesdays you will support:
• Targeted 1:1 and small group interventions for learners not engaging in vocational studies
• Literacy and numeracy catch-up support
• Post-16 curriculum development, including progression pathways and employability-focused learning
• Development of new curriculum opportunities in line with learner needs
Person Specification
This role may particularly suit candidates who enjoy active, hands-on work with young people, can bring positive role modelling, and are motivated by helping learners develop confidence, resilience and aspiration.
We are looking for someone who is:
• Calm, consistent and resilient
• Strong presence and natural rapport with young people
• Able to build strong professional relationships with young people
• Confident managing behaviour and maintaining boundaries
• Passionate about supporting progress and reintegration
• Proactive, reliable and committed to making a difference
Experience in Alternative Provision, SEND, PRU or similar settings is desirable.
Qualifications
Essential:
• Level 3 Award in Education and Training (or equivalent) minimum
• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2
Desirable:
• Experience delivering Functional Skills in Alternative Provision setting or similar
• Working towards a teaching qualification (PGCE/CertEd/L4 Certificate Education and Training)
What We Offer
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Small class sizes
• Opportunity to shape provision and curriculum
• Meaningful, rewarding work with real impact
• Term-time only working pattern supporting work-life balance
Why Join Regency Source?
This is a role for someone who enjoys a hands-on, purposeful environment and wants to be part of a provision where young people are supported to move forward and succeed.
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