Support Tutor (Cover)

Support Tutor (Cover) x3

Salary: AP06 £26,110 per annum dependent on skills, qualifications and experience

Hours: Full time, term time only (36 weeks per year); job share will be considered for these roles

The Support Tutor (Cover) provides flexible, high-quality cover for teaching staff during periods of absence, ensuring continuity of learning, student engagement, and effective classroom management. Working from prepared lesson plans and resources, the postholder supports student progress, promotes positive behaviour and attendance, and delivers planned learning activities across a range of curriculum areas while maintaining a safe and productive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide cover for lessons, tutorials, and planned learning activities during staff absence.

• Deliver learning using prepared materials and support student engagement, attendance, progress, and positive behaviour.

• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

• Support the delivery of employability, Further Skills, and tutorial programmes.

• Provide individual and small-group learner support, including students with SEND and additional needs.

• Monitor attendance and student progress, recording and reporting concerns or issues as required.

• Work collaboratively with curriculum teams and student support services to meet learner needs.

• Use College systems effectively and complete all required records and administration.

• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and positive learner outcomes.

• Undertake relevant training and work flexibly across curriculum areas to meet operational requirements.

What You Will Need:

• Level 2 qualification (GCSE grade A – C or equivalent) in English and Maths or willing to work towards within 2 years

• Level 3 vocational qualification in relevant teaching areas

• Have completed Award in Education and Training certificate or the equivalent (HLTA status) for post-16 education, and complete within 2 years Cert Ed/PGCE

• Experience of working with young people and/or adults in an education, training, youth work or support setting

Why Work With Us? – Your Benefits Package:

Our staff enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support wellbeing, work life balance, and long term stability:

• 30 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

• Christmas shutdown

• Excellent Local Government pension scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Wightlink travel discounts

• Discounted Hair & Beauty treatments

• Free on site gym access

• Free parking

• On site Starbucks & restaurant

• Eye Care Scheme, Kaarp Benefits, and enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Sickness Schemes

• Free counselling and wellbeing support

• Regular CPD days, coaching, and staff development opportunities

• Wellbeing events and activities

How to apply:

To join us here at The Isle of Wight College hit ‘Apply’ now! You can also forward your CV to recruitment@iwcollege.ac.uk

The interviews for the role will be held on 16th and 17th September.

The Isle of Wight College is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to provide high-quality education and fosters a culture of mutual respect and understanding. Join us in our mission to promote equality and inclusivity in education.

Please be aware that the Isle of Wight College may close the vacancy earlier than anticipated if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your CV promptly.

The Isle of Wight College is a Disability Confidential Employer.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This is to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. The Isle of Wight College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.