Associate Tutor

Associate Tutor Contract: Permanent Hours: 32.5 hours, 39 weeks (term time plus one week) Working Pattern: 8.45am - 3.30pm Mon, Tues & Thurs, 8.45am - 4.30pm on Weds. 8.45am - 2.55pm on Fridays. Salary: Pathway 6, £26,636 - £29,450 per annum (FTE £35,412 - £39,152) Site: Richard BarnesAcademy (Trinity Campus) Closing date: 9am on Friday 1st May Start date: ASAP Please note the trust may decide to withdraw the advert before the closing date or interview suitable candidates prior to the advert closing. Are you driven to help students rediscover their ambition? Do you bring the character and resilience needed to support young people who need a fresh start? Can you create a safe, calm and consistent environment where every learner feels valued? If so, Richard Barnes Academy are looking for you! Your role: As an Associate Tutor, you’ll work closely with teachers and specialists to support secondary‑aged students who benefit from an alternative provision setting. You’ll build strong relationships, guide learning in the classroom, deliver tailored interventions and help maintain a positive, safe and engaging environment. With a calm approach to behaviour and an understanding of SEND or SEMH needs, you’ll help students overcome barriers and move forward with confidence. You will also take on the role of Group Coach, offering daily encouragement and pastoral support. To thrive in this role, you’ll bring excellent communication skills, the ability to support literacy and numeracy, confidence in positive behaviour management and a reflective approach to your own practice. Experience supporting young people with complex needs is beneficial, but what truly matters is your commitment to our values and your desire to grow. About us: Richard Barnes Academy is an alternative provision academy committed to supporting and raising the aspirations of children who have been permanently excluded or are at risk of exclusion from mainstream schools. We value our staff and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where you can make a significant impact on children’s lives, helping them achieve their full potential. Alongside making a measurable difference every day, you’ll benefit from professional development, supportive leadership, and the chance to work within a Trust that champions equality, wellbeing and continuous improvement. This is a place where staff go above and beyond because the impact is real, visible and deeply rewarding. Join us and enjoy a fulfilling career where your contributions are recognised and valued. Why work for us?: Join Thomas Deacon Education Trust and be part of a dedicated team committed to "working together to transform lives through education.” To learn more about the benefits we have on offer, check out our video here: Employee Benefits At TDET, 95% of our new employees highly rate our induction programme. Benefit from the unwavering support of our dedicated staff, ensuring