Job Description

Lifeskills Tutor - Special Educational Needs Setting (SEN)

Supporting Young Adults Aged 18-25

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Role: Part-Time - 2 Days per Week

Passionate in supporting young people develop essential skills to live independently and thrive in adulthood?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Lifeskills Tutor to join an Internship Programme in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.

Working with young adults aged 18-25 who have additional learning needs, you will deliver engaging, practical and personalised Lifeskills learning that supports learners to develop confidence, independence and the skills required for everyday life and future employment.

This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive, learner-centred environment where your teaching and guidance will have a direct and lasting impact.

The Role:

As Lifeskills Tutor, you will:

  • Deliver a bespoke Lifeskills curriculum based on the four Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) pillars:
    • Employability
    • Independence
    • Community Inclusion
    • Health and Wellbeing

  • Design & deliver engaging, practical and hands-on learning sessions that reflect real-life situations and experiences
  • Bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to enhance and rejuvenate the current programme
  • Support learners on a non-accredited pathway through RARPA-based provision
  • Create schemes of work, lesson plans and learning resources (LTPs, MTPs and STPs)

Suitable Candidates:

Essential

  • Experience working within an SEN, SEND or inclusive learning environment
  • Strong understanding of the Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) framework
  • Ability to deliver engaging, practical and meaningful learning experiences
  • Experience developing schemes of work and learning resources
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • A proactive, flexible and learner-focused approach
  • Passion for supporting young people to develop independence and life skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement)
  • Experience supporting young adults preparing for independent living and employment
  • Experience delivering community-based or vocational learning activities

Apply Today:

To apply, contact Charlie at Tradewind on 01727 236 255 for an introductory and informal conversation regarding the role, or apply directly by sending an up-to-date CV and cover letter to charlie.lumsdon@twrecruitment.com.