Team Leader - Tutor Support

Job description Full-Time, PermanentA brand-new tutor support role has been developed within the Council's Adult and Community Learning team.The function of the team is to provide courses for vulnerable adults with few or no formal qualifications and/or those facing multiple barriers in life. Our learners can include those with mental and physical health challenges, communities including refugees with English as a second language, individuals in addiction recovery, and others with complex needs. These learners often have multiple needs and can live chaotic lives which requires a dynamic and responsive working style.We help build confidence whilst developing skills and knowledge so our learners can progress towards further education and work. We have high aspirations for those we work with, providing courses specifically designed to meet their needs.In May this year we were once again graded as "Good" overall by Ofsted including an Outstanding for "Behaviour and Attitudes" which is the cornerstone of our curriculum. However, we are always looking for ways to improve our delivery and this role will be pivotal in supporting tutors, LSAs and volunteers to develop and share their good practice further. Therefore, part of the role will include the development and planning of "deep dive" activities, coaching, training, action research projects and peer support activities. You will use your expertise with accreditation to support tutors with portfolio building and help manage the internal and external verification processes. Responsibility for HR activities such as recruitment, timesheet completion, leave requirements and performance reviews will also form part of the role. You will need to be a good motivator, able to inspire and bring out the best in people so that they can realise their full potential. Whilst you will be part of a team much of your work will be independent, you therefore need to be highly motivated, organised, and able to manage your own time efficiently.Adult and Community Learning is a vibrant team who are passionate about education and the role it can play in enabling disadvantaged adults to achieve. If you feel the same and have experience of support teaching staff, then we would love to hear from you.Community Learning's main base is at The Park Centre in South Bristol, a dynamic community hub with a community café and ample car parking.Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.Why Bristol City Council?At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.Join us and you will receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you will be working in a supportive environment where you will have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.How do I apply?If you share our values and are ready to be part of our exciting journey please select the apply button below.To be shortlisted for interview you will need to demonstrate how you meet each of the essential criteria in the Person Specification within the Further Information section of your application. On occasion we will receive high numbers of applications, we may then shortlist against the desirable criteria along with the essential criteria, so if you can, please demonstrate how you meet this in your application. We're a Disability Confident employer which means we value recruiting and retaining disabled people. Any job applicants who consider themselves to be disabled and meet the essential criteria in the Person Specification are guaranteed an interview. We'll make reasonable adjustments throughout the interview process and provide continued workplace support throughout your career. For further information please e-mail Angela Marshall Adult and Community Learning manager: (email protected) or call: 07584 480613At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised, Disabled, LGBTQ+, Male, candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.