ROYAL BOROUGH OF KINGSTON UPON THAMES
Learning and Children’s Services
ROLE PROFILE
Service Area:
Kingston Adult Education
Job Title:
Study Programme Tutor
Post Number:
Grade:
Lecturer Grade 7-9
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RELATIONSHIPS
RESPONSIBLE TO:
2 MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY FOR:
IAG & NEET Programme Manager
N/A
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IMPORTANT INTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Learners, Curriculum staff, Training for Work Team, Business Support Team, RBK
staff
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IMPORTANT EXTERNAL RELATIONSHIPS
Local schools, parents, referral agencies
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To teach and support participants on the programme in order to give them the necessary skills,
motivation and knowledge to progress into employment, apprenticeships, work placements or
further education/training through the delivery of a structured study programme plan.
Prepared by: ……………………………Agreed by: ……………………………….
Signature Date: .................................. Signature Date: ………………………….
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MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES OF JOB
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Carry out initial assessments of participants to enable tailored training and support to
be offered and delivered.
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Deliver English, Mathematics, ICT, Personal, Social and Employability from Entry 2 to
Level 2.
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Delivery of structured personal training programmes and workshops designed to allow
participants a smooth transition into placements/jobs or other training programmes as
necessary.
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Complete all necessary paperwork requirements of the EFA, Awarding Bodies and
KAE including but not limited to individual learning plans, schemes of work, lesson
plans and evaluations
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Meet the individual needs of learners in accordance with their individual learning plan,
including regular reviews and feedback.
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Ensure that participants’ records are maintained and kept up-to-date.
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To update and design new course material and resources to reflect learners and
funding body requirements.
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To keep the IAG & NEET Programmes Manager and Deputy Head of Service for
Curriculum fully informed of any relevant issues pertaining to study programmes and
other young persons’ training delivered.
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To adhere to KAE’s Safeguarding Policy and to report any incidents immediately to
the Safeguarding Officer
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Contribute to the sharing of good practice and support continuous professional
improvement
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Promote a positive image of KAE and all of the services it delivers.
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Actively contribute to maintenance of a professional and welcoming environment
within KAE centres.
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Any other duties reasonably requested by the line manager.
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Commit to the well-being of staff and actively promote RBK’s Health & Safety policies
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Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post, as may be required from
time to time
ROYAL BOROUGH OF KINGSTON UPON THAMES
- an equal opportunities employer
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Job Title: Study Programme Tutor
Post No:
Grade: 7 to 9
Essential
Desirable
Being the Best
Demonstrate good maths, English and ICT skills and be able to teach up to
level 2
Possess the teaching qualification DTTLS or be working towards this
qualification
Experience of working with and mentoring/offering support to young people
including from disadvantaged
education/personal backgrounds.
Demonstrate knowledge of study programmes, functional skills or
employability programmes
Demonstrate a positive attitude and approach to work
Flexible and adaptable to changing goals and circumstances
Manage time and prioritise work to maximise productivity and effectiveness
Appropriate dress and appearance that will inspire young people and act as a
role model
Effective Communications
Good communication and presentation skills, oral and written
Present a positive and professional image of self and KAE when
communicating
Working together
Time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and to tight
deadlines
Understanding barriers to learning & ability to re-engage disaffected young
people & progress to employment or further education
Ability to communicate with and motivate an often ‘challenging’ client group
Must be able to work with the minimum of supervision
Contribute to a positive team spirit and healthy working environment
Appreciate the demands on team colleagues and willingly support as
necessary
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ECDL Qualification
Demonstrate integrity, fairness and a high level of respect for others
Using Technology
Proficient IT skills including all Microsoft Office applications
Willingness to learn new systems and apply them effectively
Partnering for Excellence
Build strong working relationships with people inside of KAE, RBK, AFC and
referral agencies.
Putting the Customer First
Seek to understand the needs and expectations of internal and external
customers
Make realistic promises and commitments and deliver on these
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