REQ002851

Date posted
26/08/2025
Application closing date
11/09/2025
Location
Paignton
Salary
Plus excellent benefits
Package
Blank
Contractual hours
37
Basis
Full Time
Job category/type
Support
Attachments
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Job description

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Enthusiastic about education and learner success.
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in personal study and IT, with the ability to support digital learning.
• Flexible and adaptable to different learning environments.
• Committed to promoting English, Maths, Employability, and Study Skills.

INTERVIEW DATE: TO BE HELD WEEK COMMENCING 15TH SEPTEMBER 2025.

Having read the job description, should you have any questions relating to the role prior to applying, please contact the People Team via email at Recruit@southdevon.ac.uk
To apply and for a full job description please visit the Jobs page of the South Devon College website. Please do NOT send CVs, we only accept applications via the relevant form on our dedicated recruitment website.
We offer hybrid and flexible working patterns and welcome applications from people who wish to apply using these options.
Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.
This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.
Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).
Working at South Devon College, you can expect access to an exciting range of training, apprenticeship and opportunities for degree level study alongside your work to keep you at the top of your game, as well as generous holiday allowance of 25 days pro rata and a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
The staff at South Devon College are truly inspirational and this is a reflection on the whole College culture of continuous improvement and support for all of our students and communities. We hold the prestigious Investors in People (IIP) Platinum accreditation, the highest level awarded by the people management standard. This prominent distinction confirms the College’s status as not just a leading Further Education College, but also as a top employer in the country, as it joins the top 7% of accredited organisations across the UK.
We aim to provide our learners with excellent teaching and learning. Our staff are highly adept at working with and developing skills and knowledge in learners from different backgrounds. Our staff have consistently high expectations of all students and generate high levels of enthusiasm for participation in, and commitment to learning.

SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and helping learners reach their full academic potential? South Devon High School is seeking a dynamic, motivated, and flexible individual to join our team in supporting 14-16 direct entry pupils.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this rewarding position, you’ll play a key role in motivating and supporting learners across a range of subjects and settings. You’ll be a vital part of their academic journey, helping them develop essential skills, confidence, and independence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Acting as a personal tutor and key contact for learners.
• Leading assemblies, registrations, and tutorials.
• Delivering high-quality cover lessons across subjects including PE, RE, PSHE, and Citizenship.
• Coordinating projects such as attendance improvement, pastoral support, and rewards systems.
• Supervising after-school study sessions and supporting homework and grade achievement.
• Promoting high standards of behaviour and engagement.
• Supporting learners with IT, Moodle, LEAP, and other learning technologies.
• Creating and managing online learning resources and self-study packages.
• Collaborating with curriculum teams to ensure learners meet their academic targets.