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Learning Support Tutor

BCT is a leading creative industry training provider with

more than 25 years’ track record of delivering education

and work opportunities. Our mission is to Develop Talent,

Transform Lives, Create Careers and in order to do this

we offer vocational study programmes, apprenticeships,

traineeships and adult learning courses. We also

run a local co-work space, Creative Works,

and Big Creative Independent School.

Safeguarding statement

Big Creative Training is committed to a safe,

inclusive environment where learners, staff and

visitors can thrive. Our safeguarding culture protects

learners from harm, abuse, neglect, exploitation

and radicalisation.

All staff must adhere to our safeguarding and

child protection policies, procedures and codes

of conduct, which set out responsibilities for

identifying, reporting and responding to concerns.

These are provided to all staff during induction.

BCT operates a robust safer recruitment process.

Any job offer is subject to satisfactory references,

an enhanced DBS check, identity and qualification

verification, right to work checks, and other pre-

employment vetting. In line with Keeping Children

Safe in Education, shortlisted candidates are also

subject to an online search.

Shortlisted candidates must complete a safeguarding

self-disclosure form before interview. Interviews

include questions assessing understanding of

safeguarding, child protection, professional

boundaries, and commitment to protecting

children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Equality diversity and inclusion statement

At BCT we believe that the strongest communities

and most innovative creative futures are built through

equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed

to fostering an environment where everyone feels

respected and able to be their authentic selves.

We celebrate the diverse experiences and

identities of our colleagues and learners,

recognising that these differences strengthen

our community and enrich creativity, including

through initiatives such as our annual Culture

Day celebration.

Inclusion is embedded throughout our community

and our decision-making. We work to challenge

stereotypes and have zero tolerance for

discrimination and bias. We remove barriers to

participation, ensuring study, employment and

career progression opportunities are fair and

accessible to all.

We are dedicated to advancing equity across all

protected characteristics: age, disability, gender

reassignment, marriage and civil partnership,

pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief,

sex, and sexual orientation, creating a workplace

and learning environment where everyone has

equality of opportunity to succeed, develop,

and progress.

Welcome to
Big Creative Training

Welcome to

Big Creative Training

Job summary

BCT is looking for full and part time learning support

tutors (various hours available) to join the SEN

department and support learners to achieve their full

potential.

Essential qualifications

• Maths and English GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent (Level

2)

• Experience working with Children / Young people at KS4

/KS5 in education or mentoring, preferably in a diverse

environment

Essential skills

• The ability to work in a way which promotes the

safety and wellbeing of children, young people

and vulnerable adults

• Experience of working with Children / Young

people with additional needs /SEN learners with

knowledge of educational health care plans and

assessment strategies for differentiating

instruction to meet student needs

• Ability to work effectively with students of varying

abilities, backgrounds, and learning styles

• Knowledge of behaviour management

techniques, safeguarding protocols, and pastoral

care

• Adaptability – shift priorities, work independently,

and contribute to a positive team environment

• Interpersonal skills to build positive relationships

with students and parents

• Proficiency in implementing interventions,

accommodations, and assistive technologies to

support student learning and development

• Communication: including active listening,

empathy, and making complex information

accessible

• Promoting inclusivity, diversity, and equity, and

respecting the unique strengths and challenges of

each student

Desirable skills

• Additional training or certification in special

education, behavioural interventions, or related

areas

• Experience implementing differentiated instruction

and personalised learning approaches

• Familiarity with technology/other specialised

resources to enhance student engagement and

independence

• Experience working collaboratively with SENCOs,

educational psychologists, or support agencies

• Experience of creative practice

Key tasks

• Support designated learner(s) to achieve their

personal education plan (PEP) targets

• Support learners' specific behavioural needs and

learning barriers, with instruction comprehension and

proofreading

• Encourage good attendance, punctuality and

independent learning

• Encourage students to take responsibility for their

learning and promote self-esteem

• Support tutors to ensure learners have an exciting

programme that enables them to progress

• Record academic progress and promote positive

behaviour, safety and wellbeing

• Collaborate with the tutor to refine lesson plans to

suit additional learner needs

• To plan and deliver personalised learning tailored to

learners’ needs

• Collaborate with colleagues and to facilitate holistic

support and continuity of care for students

• Effectively liaise with parents, guardians, and

external stakeholders to support student progress

and well-being

Learning Support Tutor

Learning Support Tutor

“There is a really good culture of having freedom to

share ideas and innovate, and all ideas are listened to.”

“A welcoming place of work that allows you to be yourself.”

“I like the social aspect, and I appreciate that there are

some very genuine friendships between colleagues.

I also like that, as an organisation, we have the humility

to recognise that we can always do more or better.”

“I like the level of creative control and freedom

I have to use my professional teaching knowledge

within the wider workplace environment.”

“I love working here... not like! Sharing skills

and helping young people... What could

be better?”

“Not only did the college give

us the tools and knowledge

to succeed, they prepared

us for life as creatives of

the future.”

Georgia, BCT former student

“If it wasn’t for BCT there’s no

way I would have become the

person I am today. Thanks for

helping me find myself!”

Amani, BCT former student

What our staff say…

What our staff say…

Staff benefits

• Company pension scheme

• Healthcare cashback

• Bike-to-work scheme

• Professional opportunities development available

• Staff social events

• Interest-free emergency or career development

loans

• Free on-site lunches during term-time

• Employee assistance programme

Salary and days of work

• This is a permanent position with multiple roles

available, please state your working hours

preference on your application

• Up to 35 hours across 5 days a week for 36

weeks per year (term-time)

• Start Date ASAP

• Pro rata of full-time equivalent

£27,300 salary (actual salary will

depend on hours)

We welcome industry professionals who wish

to enter teaching, via the fully funded Taking

Teaching Further scheme’s qualification. This

includes 6 months of reduced timetable for

training with full pay and lesson cover.

How to apply

Please apply on our site.

You must be eligible to work in the UK as this

job is in London and cannot be done remotely.

Useful links

Click on any of the links below to find out more:

Additional information

Additional information

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Introduction

The BCT recruitment process will:

• Attract the best possible applicants to vacancies

• Deter prospective applicants who are unsuitable

for work with children, young people, and

vulnerable adults

• Identify and reject applicants who are unsuitable

for work with children, young people and

vulnerable adults

Inviting applications

All prospective applicants must complete, in full,

an application form accounting for any gaps

in their education or employment history

Shortlisting and references

• Short-listing of candidates will be against the

specification for the post

• Where requested and where possible, references

will be taken up before the selection stage, so

that any discrepancies can be probed during

the selection stage

• References will be sought directly from the referee.

References or testimonials provided by the

candidate will never be accepted

• All referees will be contacted by email and the

job specification will be supplied. In line with

safer recruitment, references must span over

the course of 5 years

Selection process

The selection techniques will be determined by

the nature and duties of the vacant post, but all

vacancies will require a face to face interview.

Candidates will always be required to:

• Explain satisfactorily any gaps in employment

• Explain satisfactorily any anomalies or

discrepancies in the information available

to the panel

• Declare any information that is likely to appear

on a DBS

• Demonstrate their capacity to safeguard and

protect the welfare of children, young people,

and vulnerable adults

Employment checks

All successful applicants are required to:

• Provide proof of identity

• Complete a self disclosure form

• Complete a DBS application and receive

satisfactory clearance

• Provide actual certificates of qualifications

• Complete a confidential medical questionnaire

• Provide proof of eligibility to live and work in the UK

• Provide proof of national insurance

Online search

As required by Keeping Children Safe in Education,

the HR Department will conduct an online search.

Any concerns from the search will be discussed

with the panel, and subsequently the applicant.

What we are looking for

• Inappropriate attitudes toward, or relationships with,

children or young people, or anything indicating a

risk in a regulated activity with children

• Evidence of extremism, radicalisation, or promotion

of abuse or exploitation

• Discriminatory, harassing, or abusive content

directed at others

• Serious lack of professional judgment (e.g. sharing

confidential information, inappropriate relationships

with students or service users)

• Publicly visible behaviour that would conflict with

BCT’s code of conduct or safeguarding policies, or

that would cause serious reputational harm to BCT

Induction and probation

• All staff who are new to BCT will receive an

induction that includes the safeguarding policies

and guidance on safe working practices

• All new staff will be subject to a 6 month probation

period as detailed in the probation policy, which

will provide a formal framework for ensuring

that the standards of performance set by BCT

are fully communicated. Checks will also be

put in place during the probationary period

to ensure safeguarding has been covered

Safer recruitment process

Safer recruitment process