Overview
Job Title: Personal Tutor in Health & Social Care/Early Years
Closing Date: 29/07/2026 23:59
Salary: £5,706.60 – £6,131.80 per annum based on 7.4 hours per week, 52 weeks. Starting salary dependent on experience and qualifications.
Hours: 7.4 hours per week
Type: Part Time
Location: Worcester campus with travel to other campuses as required.
What we are looking for
We are seeking an ambitious, motivated and passionate individual to become a Personal Tutor in our Health & Social Care and Early Years department. The successful candidate will have opportunities to develop a wide range of skills through varied activities. We value diversity and inclusion and aim to uphold an inclusive HoW culture in all interactions.
What you’ll be doing
For a detailed day-to-day role, refer to the Job Description. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Support new learner induction and help students transition into college life and their programme of study.
- Deliver engaging THRIVE group tutorials and maintain accurate records on ProMonitor.
- Conduct regular 1:1 progress reviews; set SMART targets and support learners to achieve academic, personal and career goals.
- Monitor learner progress, attendance and wellbeing; implement interventions to remove barriers to learning.
- Provide guidance and signposting to wellbeing, careers, finance, and additional learning support services.
- Safeguard learners by identifying and reporting concerns per college procedures.
- Maintain accurate learner records, including progress, support needs and risk assessments.
- Promote positive behaviour, student standards and learner engagement.
- Support vulnerable learners and liaise with internal and external support agencies to ensure appropriate provision.
- Collaborate with curriculum teams to support learner achievement, progression and retention.
- Communicate with parents/carers regarding learner progress and attendance where appropriate.
- Support UCAS applications, progression planning, open events and student recruitment activities.
- Encourage learner voice, student representation and participation in enrichment, wellbeing and careers activities.
- Contribute to quality improvement, professional development and wider college activities, ensuring GDPR compliance and college policies.
About us
Heart of Worcestershire College is the county’s largest further education institution offering a diverse range of courses across its campuses. We commit to diversity, integrity, partnership and trust and aim to be 90% green by 2030.
The perks
A career with HoW College offers more than a salary. Benefits include:
- Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (24/7) with free counselling
- Regular Continuing Professional Development
- Opportunity to gain further qualifications through our Awards process
- Agile and Flexible working (dependent on role)
- Employee discounts and benefits package
- Progression opportunities and mentoring in your new role
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Free onsite parking (certain campuses)
- Volunteering opportunities with local community and charities
Selection and requirements
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will undergo DBS checks and provide two references (one from current or most recent employer).
Other requirements include:
- Disclosures and Barring Service (DBS) check prior to appointment and ongoing compliance
- Evidence of qualifications and eligibility to work in the UK
- Minimum Level 2 in English and Maths; commitment to obtaining where not held
- Safeguarding training during probation
- First Aid and fire marshal duties as required
Contractual and contractual-qualification notes: The appointment is subject to the College’s Conditions of Service for Business Support Staff. The College may require validation of qualifications and CPD funding is subject to availability. The role requires adherence to GDPR and data protection regulations.
Location details: Based in Worcester with potential moves to other locations. Closing date: 29 July 2026. For enquiries, contact HR on 01527 572592 or hr@howcollege.ac.uk.
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