Progress Tutor (Maternity Cover)

The role

New College Doncaster is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Progress Tutor to join the College on a maternity cover basis until May 2027.

As a Progress Tutor, you will contribute to the development of student support across the College by raising aspirations and performance while helping to build ambition, confidence and resilience in young people. The Progress Tutor team plays a central role in maintaining a culture of hard work, success, resilience and high achievement, and you will work closely with students to support them throughout their learning journey.

You will work with students in a variety of ways, including goal-setting, monitoring progress and attendance, and providing motivational coaching. You will also liaise regularly with parents, Subject Teachers, Heads of Faculty and Senior Progress Tutors to ensure that students receive the guidance and support they need to succeed. Through supportive challenge and encouragement, you will motivate students to take responsibility for their learning and make positive progress towards their targets.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual with excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills. You will have previous experience of providing information, advice and guidance to young people and will be confident in building positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues. A genuine commitment to supporting young people is essential.

About Us:

New College Doncaster, an academic sixth form college, offers a distinctive young adult ethos and is a great place to work and study.

As part of the New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), we believe every role makes a difference in shaping young people’s futures. We are a values-driven and inclusive organisation where 96% of staff say they feel a shared sense of purpose and pride. Our culture is supportive and forward-thinking, with a strong focus on wellbeing, flexibility, and professional development for all staff.

Please explore our Employer of Choice page to learn more: https://nclt.ac.uk/employer-of-choice/

Our benefits include:

·       Local Government Pension Scheme

·       Flexible working and special leave policies

·       Lieu days and annual wellbeing day

·       Funded CPD and professional development opportunities

·       Strong track record of internal promotion

·       Access to wellbeing support and occupational health services

·       Cycle to Work Scheme and technology purchase scheme

·       Modern, well-equipped working environments

·       Free on-site parking (at most locations)

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The closing date for applications is Friday 27th March 2026 at 9am.

Interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 13th April 2026.

NCLT will raise standards across our family of schools and colleges. We will promote a culture of aspiration, excellence and enjoyment. We will use our collective strengths and expertise to benefit our children and young people. A charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales (company number: 09257194).

NCLT has a commitment to safeguarding students and the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks in line with Safer Recruitment guidance.

It is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from regulated activity relevant to children. We value diversity and actively promote equality of opportunity. As a Disability Confident Leader, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.