Sixth Form Academic Tutor
| Posting date: | 09 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2026 |
| Location: | Towcester, Northamptonshire, NN12 8TL |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | f40227cf-932b-4ec2-b971-ee7e7587e262 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The successful candidate will work alongside the Sixth Form leadership and teaching team to support them to provide an appropriate learning programme that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfil their academic potential in KS5.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General Requirements
• Ensure the principles expressed in the mission statement of Silverstone UTC and those of the sponsor, are evident in every aspect of the discharge of the duties of the post.
• Model the highest professional standards in all aspects of the role to all stakeholders.
• Be committed to working in a cohesive, supportive and forward-thinking team of colleagues which shares an ambitious vision to secure flagship status for Silverstone UTC.
• Be prepared to work ‘across the piece’ being flexible and interested in other areas of the Silverstone UTC.
• Work at all times to the standards as set out in the staff ‘code of conduct’.
Specific Requirements of the Post
• Supervise and monitor Sixth form independent study sessions, tracking attendance.
• Supervise and monitor sixth form independent coursework sessions.
• Support in the tracking and monitoring of sixth form attendance, liaising with the Head of Sixth form and Assistant Principal for attendance and contacting parents and carers, where necessary.
• Mentor individual students and support with their future career plans.
• Contribute to the supervision and organisation of sixth form trips and events.
• Maintain accurate records of student destinations, liaising with students, parents and carers.
• Cover teacher absence from sixth form lessons, as required.
Other areas of responsibility
Safeguarding
• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
• Work with the DSL to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary
• Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school
Please note that this list of duties is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the faculty leader will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Experience and knowledge
• Excellent organisational and time management skills - essential
• Experience working independently and managing conflicting priorities - essential
• Experience of coordinating timetables or rotas - Desirable
• Experience of working with young adults - Desirable
CoreProfessional and personal Competencies
• Build a professional learning community - essential
• Good IT skills and the ability to learn to use platforms including SIMs and Go4Schools - essential
The successful candidate will:
• Be a strong communicator
• Have the ability to work calmly under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Have attention to detail.
• Be resilient and solution-focused.
• Discreet when handling personal matters.
• Approachable but willing to have difficult conversations with students, parents and carer, when required.
• Mentoring experience - Desirable
GenericCompetencies
• A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
• Uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
Professional Development
• Evidence of continued professional development.
What the school offers its staff
Silverstone UTC is a purpose-built centre of excellence for young people wanting to break into the specialist fields of High-Performance Engineering and Business with Events Management. It is based in the very heart of British Motorsport, within the Silverstone circuit, in a stunning multi-million-pound facility.
So why Silverstone UTC? We are different: we are a smaller school, only catering to students in KS4 and KS5. This means you get to know your colleagues and our students very quickly. Our students tell us that they appreciate our more 'grown-up' environment and the preparation it gives them for their future careers. We are supportive and take care to ensure that our staff have a good work-life balance: there is also plenty of experience in the team and around the UTC to help you settle in.
We pride ourselves on building excellent relationships which makes Silverstone UTC a very happy place to work.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and must ensure that the highest priority is given to following guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
The successful candidate will work alongside the Sixth Form leadership and teaching team to support them to provide an appropriate learning programme that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfil their academic potential in KS5.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General Requirements
• Ensure the principles expressed in the mission statement of Silverstone UTC and those of the sponsor, are evident in every aspect of the discharge of the duties of the post.
• Model the highest professional standards in all aspects of the role to all stakeholders.
• Be committed to working in a cohesive, supportive and forward-thinking team of colleagues which shares an ambitious vision to secure flagship status for Silverstone UTC.
• Be prepared to work ‘across the piece’ being flexible and interested in other areas of the Silverstone UTC.
• Work at all times to the standards as set out in the staff ‘code of conduct’.
Specific Requirements of the Post
• Supervise and monitor Sixth form independent study sessions, tracking attendance.
• Supervise and monitor sixth form independent coursework sessions.
• Support in the tracking and monitoring of sixth form attendance, liaising with the Head of Sixth form and Assistant Principal for attendance and contacting parents and carers, where necessary.
• Mentor individual students and support with their future career plans.
• Contribute to the supervision and organisation of sixth form trips and events.
• Maintain accurate records of student destinations, liaising with students, parents and carers.
• Cover teacher absence from sixth form lessons, as required.
Other areas of responsibility
Safeguarding
• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education, Prevent) and our safeguarding and child protection policies
• Work with the DSL to promote the best interests of pupils, including sharing concerns where necessary
• Promote the safeguarding of all pupils in the school
Please note that this list of duties is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the faculty leader will carry out. The postholder may be required to do other duties appropriate to the level of the role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Experience and knowledge
• Excellent organisational and time management skills - essential
• Experience working independently and managing conflicting priorities - essential
• Experience of coordinating timetables or rotas - Desirable
• Experience of working with young adults - Desirable
CoreProfessional and personal Competencies
• Build a professional learning community - essential
• Good IT skills and the ability to learn to use platforms including SIMs and Go4Schools - essential
The successful candidate will:
• Be a strong communicator
• Have the ability to work calmly under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Have attention to detail.
• Be resilient and solution-focused.
• Discreet when handling personal matters.
• Approachable but willing to have difficult conversations with students, parents and carer, when required.
• Mentoring experience - Desirable
GenericCompetencies
• A commitment to achieving the best outcomes for all pupils
• Uphold and promote the ethos and values of the school
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise effectively
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Commitment to safeguarding and equality
Professional Development
• Evidence of continued professional development.
What the school offers its staff
Silverstone UTC is a purpose-built centre of excellence for young people wanting to break into the specialist fields of High-Performance Engineering and Business with Events Management. It is based in the very heart of British Motorsport, within the Silverstone circuit, in a stunning multi-million-pound facility.
So why Silverstone UTC? We are different: we are a smaller school, only catering to students in KS4 and KS5. This means you get to know your colleagues and our students very quickly. Our students tell us that they appreciate our more 'grown-up' environment and the preparation it gives them for their future careers. We are supportive and take care to ensure that our staff have a good work-life balance: there is also plenty of experience in the team and around the UTC to help you settle in.
We pride ourselves on building excellent relationships which makes Silverstone UTC a very happy place to work.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Board of Trustees is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and must ensure that the highest priority is given to following guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).