Transition Tutor

We are outstanding, you can be too.

We are seeking an organised, positive and enthusiastic Transition Tutor to join our Information, Advice and Guidance team here at Portland College. We are looking for someone who is passionate about supporting and empowering learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

The successful candidate will support and facilitate learners throughout their whole learning journey here at the college, including transition into the college; initial assessments and reviews; and assisting learners when they leave to progress towards the next steps in their journey. We are looking for someone who has a positive approach and can work well on their own initiative as well as within a small and thriving team.

A day in the role could involve facilitating an employability workshop; meeting with the family members of a learner interested in joining the college; or engaging with learners to provide general support and guidance. This is a diverse role which includes a variety of day to day responsibilities; therefore, we are looking for someone who can be flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment.

To be successful in this role, strong organisational and literacy skills are a must as you will play a leading role in Person Centred Reviews and you will be involved in the funding process. You should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, as you will be required to work efficiently within a small team as well as working with other departments across the college. You will also regularly liaise with external agencies such as Local Education Authorities, funding bodies, and parents and carers. Experience and knowledge around careers and employability, transition and funding would be desirable.

If you feel that you have the relevant experience, skills and attributes we are looking for, please apply to join our flourishing team here at Portland College.   

You can see more about what we do at Portland Charity by looking at the Who We Are and Choose Your Future pages on our website https://www.portland.ac.uk/

Working at Portland Charity

At Portland Charity, our learners, citizens and staff are at the heart of what we do. We are passionate about our vision that all people with disabilities will have a lifetime of opportunity, and you could help us to achieve that. Our priority for staff is to create an outstanding place to work where the rewards of a job well done can be seen in the faces of our learners and citizens.

There are lots of great benefits to working at Portland Charity

·        A rewarding career and working towards positive outcomes for our learners and citizens

·        Enhanced holidays of 33 days per year when you join us (pro rata) and you are able to buy up to 10 additional days of holiday

·        You are eligible for a Blue Light Card with access to lots of great discounts

·        Free and confidential access to an Employee Assistance Programme

·        Free parking on site and access to a subsidised canteen with a variety of meal options

·        Everyone has an opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills on the job through training, mentoring and qualifications.

·        Free life assurance – your family will benefit from a payment of 4x your annual salary if the unthinkable should happen

We are committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections the community.

Qualifications needed

Essential

·        Teaching qualification - Education and Training Level 4 or equivalent

·        Level 2 English and Level 2 Maths

Desirable

·        SEND related qualification or degree

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Applying to work at Portland Charity

There are some other important things you need to know before you apply to work with us at Portland Charity.

Portland Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its learners, citizens, customers, volunteers and staff. We expect all our staff to be aware of their responsibilities to protect learners, citizens, customers, volunteers and staff from abuse or harm and to promote Fundamental British Values.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. 

Where applicable, you will need to provide evidence of your care qualifications and/or be willing to complete the Care Certificate within a three month period.

Please note – We need you to complete an application form to fulfil our Safer Recruitment responsibilities, but you can submit a CV, and we will consider it alongside your application form.

In order to apply for this role, you will need to apply using our online recruitment portal, Face Ed.

Please click on the “apply” button, and this will take you to the link to access the platform.

If you have any questions or need some help when completing your application, you can contact work@portland.ac.uk or call the recruitment team on 01623 499111, extension 428 or 205, and we will be happy to help.

Many of our staff have a disability, and we’re proud to hold Disability Confident and Mindful Employer status which recognises our positive approach to physical and mental health and wellbeing at work. If you would like to speak with us before completing an application, you can contact our recruitment team on 01623 499 111 or via email at work@portland.ac.uk who will be happy to support you with your application or answer any questions.

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