Role Overview
Scholars School System is seeking a suitably qualified Academic Support Tutor to contribute to the delivery of high-quality academic and language support for students enrolled on Foundation and Degree programmes in Business and Health and Social Care.
The role supports Scholars School System’s commitment to the Office for Students (OfS) regulatory framework, including quality and standards, student outcomes, equality of opportunity and student support. The post holder will provide targeted academic and ESOL support to enable students to engage effectively with their programmes, meet academic requirements and achieve positive continuation, completion and progression outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver structured one-to-one and small group academic support in English, Maths, ICT and ESOL, aligned with programme learning outcomes
- Support ESOL learners to develop:
- Academic and functional English language skills
- Reading, writing, speaking and listening competencies appropriate to higher education study
- Subject-specific vocabulary relevant to Business and Health and Social Care
- Support students to meet academic standards through:
- Development of academic writing, grammar, punctuation and referencing skills
- Application of numeracy skills within programme contexts
- Effective use of ICT, including Microsoft Office, virtual learning environments and digital academic resources
- Support students to understand assessment briefs, marking criteria and academic conventions
- Promote independent learning, academic confidence and effective study skills
- Work in partnership with academic and student support teams to identify learners requiring additional academic or language support
- Monitor, evaluate and record student engagement and progress in line with institutional quality assurance processes
- Contribute to the identification of barriers to student success and support the implementation of appropriate interventions
- Promote equality of opportunity, inclusive learning practices and student wellbeing
- Comply with Scholars School System policies, including safeguarding, data protection, equality and diversity, and academic integrity
Person Specification
Essential Criteria:
- Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area
- Demonstrable competence in supporting English, Maths, ICT and ESOL at foundation and undergraduate level
- Experience delivering academic or language support within FE or HE
- Understanding of the academic standards and expectations of UK higher education
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
- Ability to support students from diverse educational, cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Desirable Criteria:
- Teaching or language support qualification (e.g. PGCE, CertEd, CELTA, DELTA or equivalent)
- Experience supporting students on Business and/or Health and Social Care programmes
- Experience working with international students and/or widening participation cohorts
- Familiarity with OfS priorities, including student outcomes, continuation and progression
What We Offer
- A supportive academic environment committed to quality and continuous improvement
- Opportunities for professional development aligned with academic support practice
- The opportunity to contribute directly to improved student outcomes and institutional performance
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Discounted or free food
- Sick pay
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
