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1:1 LAC (Looked After Child) Tutor
Location: Sheffield
Pay Rate: £25 - £30 Per Hour
Contract Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Start Time: ASAP
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children? GSL Education is seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 LAC (Looked After Child) Tutor to join our team in Sheffield. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a young learner in care, providing the personalized support they need to thrive academically and personally.
Job Summary:
As a 1:1 LAC (Looked After Child) Tutor, you will play a crucial role in supporting a child who has faced significant challenges. You will work in a one-to-one setting, tailoring your teaching methods to meet the unique needs of looked after children, helping them build confidence and achieve their educational goals.
As a 1:1 LAC (Looked After Child) Tutor, Your Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored 1:1 tutoring lessons in various subjects for Looked After Children, ensuring their unique educational needs are met.
- Create and deliver engaging, personalized lesson plans that align with each child’s individual education plan.
- Monitor and report the child’s progress, adapting teaching strategies as necessary.
- Maintain accurate records of the child's progress and any concerns.
- Communicate regularly with the child's carers, social workers, and school staff to ensure consistent support.
- Foster a supportive and nurturing learning environment to encourage the child's academic and personal growth.
As a 1:1 LAC (Looked After Child) Tutor, Your Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or relevant tutoring/teaching experience.
- Proven experience working with Looked After Children or vulnerable young people.
- Strong understanding of the challenges faced by Looked After Children and the ability to address these effectively.
- Strong knowledge of the national curriculum and effective tutoring strategies.
- A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach to support and inspire children in care.
Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection, and successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS registered to the update service or willingness to apply for a new one.
For more information or to register your interest in ‘1:1 LAC (Looked After Child) Tutor’ role, or to be considered, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your full and up-to-date CV, and one of our dedicated consultants, will be in touch.
Join us as a 1:1 LAC (Looked After Child) Tutor and be part of a team that values every student’s potential. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding journey, we want to hear from you!
