SESSIONAL TUTORS - MATHS

We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire. We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn’t. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose. Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community. Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference. Based Derby Key College or Ilkeston site Salary £12.80 - £13.46 depending on experience Hours Offered on a sessional basis according to the demands of the business. Do you have the passion, motivation and patience to help young people who have experienced barriers to education reach their full potential? Can you coach, support them and deliver 1 to 1 and small group sessions to asst them in developing their Maths and English skills towards gaining a level 2 functional skills or GCSE qualification? Would you like to work for an organisation that really does make a difference? If so, this is an exciting opportunity for you to join the YMCA; a charity at the heart of the community in Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all of our services across the county. In order to change lives YMCA Derbyshire, run and market a number of commercial and support services to support a whole range of different young people. As an English or Maths Tutor you will be responsible for the delivery of 1 to 1 and small group sessions to support young people who are resitting their GCSEs in Maths and English ensuring that gaps in their knowledge identified from diagnostic tests are bridged and to build their confidence in exam techniques. This will involve planning, preparing, and delivering sessions, and developing innovative training resources that will engage learners and creating individual learning plans. Ideally you will have the following: - AET (Award in Education and Training) or equivalent Experience of delivering 1 to 1 and small group tutoring sessions Experience of working with disaffected 16 – 19-year-olds Experience of coaching and supporting young people to secure positive outcomes. Level 3 qualification in the subject you are applying to teach or relevant experience that demonstrates knowledge to this level. A full driving licence and use of a car is desirable. At YMCA Derbyshire we aim to transform the lives of the people we work with for the better. We are looking for brilliant people who will ensure that safeguarding the people we work with is a priority. The appointment is subject to YMCA Derbyshire receiving two satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and a six-month probationary period. YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you’re disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you’ve applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis? If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be. What we offer: Generous Annual leave 3% Pension contributions 35 hour working week Real Living Wage Uniform Provided Flexible working Costco Card Christmas/Easter Gifts Quarterly Treats Bike to Work Scheme Free parking Life assurance scheme Pets At Work programme Eye Test contributions Birthday leave Welcome Gift bag on first day Long Service rewards Training and Development For an informal chat please contact Gary Lambert on ... during the hours of 9am – 4pm Closing date; on going Interviews to be held; As required when applications are received Vision Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive: – So, they can fulfil their dreams; – have a safe space to learn and grow; – feel equipped to belong, contribute and prosper; and – feel supported to be active in body, mind and spirit. Together we create places where people flourish. Mission To develop the whole person, body, mind and spirit. Values From 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere YMCA Derbyshire are committed to providing dual professionalism opportunities We will do this by offering placements within other organisations in our community. By supporting dual professionalism, we will improve our development, increase our experiences and outcomes which will positively impact YMCA Derbyshire, our employees, our residents and learners and our communities. Equality and Diversity Statement: YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.