Supported Internship Tutor

Are you ready to empower individuals to reach their full potential in the workplace Harington is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Supported Internship Tutor to deliver a dynamic internship curriculum

Location: Harrington, London, N6 5EH

Salary: £29,966 to £34,758 PA

Job Type: Part – Time, permanent, working 3-5 days per week (flexible)

Interview Dates: 8th or 29th of November 2024

Introducing Harington

Harington is an Ofsted-regulated training provider in North London, supporting around 50 young people with learning differences aged 16-25. We create an inclusive environment that offers personalised education and support in horticulture, retail, and employability skills through individualised programs and internships. We help our students to progress onto further education, employment opportunities, and a live fulfilling life.

Supported Internship Tutor – The Role:

As a Supported Internship tutor, you will play a crucial role in guiding and inspiring our interns as they begin be their journey towards meaningful employment. You will facilitate a supportive learning environment where interns are immersed in real workplace settings, receiving continuous feedback and honing their employability skills. Your dedication and expertise will equip our interns with the confidence and competencies needed to thrive in adulthood and competitive employment.

Supported Internship Tutor – Key Responsibilities:

- Plan and deliver an employability curriculum while embedding functional skills (Entry 3-Level 2) and/or teaching maths and English qualifications at these levels

- Provide engaging teaching sessions that promote skills development and workplace independence

- Implement assessments, target setting, and evaluate interns' progress

- Identify interns' skills to enable participation in work-based tasks that build marketable skills for employment

- Collaborate with employers to create meaningful internship opportunities and facilitate successful placements

- Work with job coaches to conduct workplace, job, and task analyses, as well as job matching activities

- Assist interns in seeking future employment that aligns with their interests and skills

- Act as a personal tutor, responsible for the emotional and social welfare of interns

- Collaborate with parents, local authorities, and other stakeholders to support interns' progression

- Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in accordance with Harington's policies

Supported Internship Tutor – You:

- Diploma in Education and Training (DET), or alternative equivalent teaching qualification or willingness to undertake a teaching qualification

- Experience of students successfully moving onto paid employment

- Teaching experience with students with special educational needs and/or learning differences

- Proven track record of devising a curriculum, writing schemes of work and session plans that demonstrate skills building over time

- Experience of creating personalised learning programmes for students with learning differences

- Strong communicator verbally, in writing and using various IT tools with a diverse group including Senior Managers, other professionals, young people and parents

- Be able to display an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults

- To undertake such other duties of a similar nature as required by the Principal

Supported Internship Tutor – Benefits:

In addition to excellent staff training, our employees are also rewarded with various other benefits offered as part of your employment:

- Confidential employee assistance programme

- Cycle to Work Scheme

- Fully paid for DBS

- Contributory pension scheme

- Personal development opportunities

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

We value diversity and positively welcome applications from all backgrounds. This will help ensure our workforce better reflects the diverse wider community we support. Applicants who declare a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your CV along with a covering letter (up to 1,000 words) outlining how you meet the essential criteria.

As this role involves working closely with young people and vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS Disclosure with Barred List checks.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory six-month probation period.

Interview Dates:

Candidates will have the option to choose one of the following interview dates:

8th November 2024

29th November 2024

Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy or withdraw the offer at any time, depending on the circumstances. Early applications are encouraged.

If you’re excited about this Supported Internship Tutor opportunity, click ‘Apply’ now to submit your application