PSHE Tutor (Lead Tutor) & DDSL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

PSHE Tutor (Lead Tutor) & DDSL

Department

Quality

Job Reference

PSHE Tutor

Reports to

Head of Centre

Location

Salary

Flexibility

Contractual status

Role summary

Launceston

£33, 810 (pro rata of £41,860)

35 hours over 5 days per week

Full-time, fixed-term, 42 weeks until July 2027.  This role
is offered on a fixed-term basis aligned to the academic
year and learner recruitment.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated PSHE
Tutor to join our delivery team as a lead tutor. The ideal
candidate will have a strong understanding of Personal,
Social, Health, and Economic education (PSHE) and
recent experience working with young people with a
range of educational needs.

The role involves delivering a tailored and inclusive PSHE
curriculum that supports the personal development,
wellbeing, and life skills of learners, ensuring they have
the tools and confidence to navigate adulthood.

The postholder will also act as a Deputy Designated
Safeguarding Lead.

Key responsibilities

These key responsibilities are neither a comprehensive
nor exhaustive list, and the duties may be varied from
time to time by your line manager or executive director.

Curriculum Delivery

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Develop, plan, and deliver engaging and accessible PSHE
lessons that cater to the diverse and individual needs of
learners, focusing on personal development, emotional
well-being, relationships, life skills, health education, and
financial literacy. To contribute to the preparation of
course materials and ensure that all learning equipment
is in good order and available for the delivery of lessons.
To carry out administrative tasks related to courses and
attend meetings as required by the Head of Centre.

Individualised Support

Assess and understand the unique needs of each learner,
tailoring sessions and activities to ensure meaningful
engagement and success across the vocational and core
subjects. Work closely with delivery colleagues, to design
a learner-centred learning experience that empowers
learners to take ownership of their learning, ambitions
and future.

Personal Development & Well-Being

Support learners in developing a range of life skills,
including self-awareness, communication, decision-
making, and problem-solving, to foster their
independence and confidence. Support the reflective and
restorative culture taking into account the personal,
social and emotional needs of learners. To develop and
enhance expertise in supporting learners with complex
social, emotional and mental health needs by attending
training as required.

Tracking and Reporting Progress

Monitor and track learner progress in PSHE, providing
feedback to learners, parents/carers, and other
professionals.  Maintain a practical understanding of
service standards and Quality Improvement initiatives

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relevant to the curriculum area and work to these
standards, engaging in personal and professional
development as appropriate.

Promote Positive Behaviour

Foster a positive learning environment by encouraging
good behaviour, mutual respect, and a growth mindset in
all learners. Ensure that individual behaviour strategies
are incorporated into all planning for teaching and
learning, are rigorously monitored and evaluated and
appropriately changed when required.

Continuous Professional Development

Contribute to the culture of continuous professional
development for educational support staff, where
learning and development activity is closely linked to
individual, team and organisational priorities. Engage in
ongoing training and professional development to keep
up to date with best practices, new teaching methods,
and SEN-related strategies.

Lead Tutor Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate PSHE delivery, support/mentor
other members of the delivery team and contribute to
curriculum consistency.  Act as a PSHE point of contact
and support quality improvement and staff development.

Success in this role will be measured by the effective
delivery of key priorities, objectives, and targets set by
the organisation. This includes achieving established
performance metrics, demonstrating consistent
improvement in processes, and contributing to the
overall mission of Step into Learning. Additionally, the
successful candidate will be expected to promote positive
relationships with learners and stakeholders, enhance the
quality-of-service delivery, and actively participate in

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Measure of success

Continued
professional
development

initiatives that drive organisational growth and
development.

At Step into Learning, we are dedicated to promoting a
culture of continual professional development through
regular personal growth reviews and tailored training
opportunities.

We expect the successful candidate to actively engage in
bespoke training and research initiatives that will
enhance their personal knowledge, skills, and behaviours.
This commitment includes participating in relevant
workshops and courses, setting personal development
goals in collaboration with their line manager, and
sharing insights gained from these experiences with
colleagues to promote a culture of continuous
improvement within the organisation.  All staff are
expected to attend at least three CPD team events per
year.

Personal
Development &
Qualifications

In addition to ongoing professional development, the
postholder will be required to undertake and successful
complete, a recognised teaching and/or training
qualification in line with organisational expectations.

Step into Learning
values

Be Inclusive, Be Committed, Be Inspiring, Be Kind and Be
Connected to the Community

Step into Learning
Inclusivity, Equality
& Diversity

At Step into Learning, we are committed to promoting
an inclusive working environment where diversity is
celebrated, and everyone is empowered with equal
opportunities. We warmly welcome applications from
individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to
promoting a healthy work-life balance through a range of
supportive benefits.

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Step into Learning
Health and Safety

Step into Learning
Safeguarding of
Children and Adults
at risk.

At Step into Learning, we are committed to maintaining
and promoting a positive attitude towards health and
safety. We prioritise the safety and well-being of our
employees and learners by adhering to the relevant
health and safety codes of practice.
As part of your role, you will be expected to:
Familiarise yourself with health and safety policies:
Understand and comply with the organisation’s health
and safety protocols.
Report hazards: Promptly report any potential hazards
or incidents to your line manager or designated health
and safety officer or Bright Safe.
Participate in training: Engage in health and safety
training and workshops to enhance your knowledge and
awareness.
Promote safety practices: Encourage a culture of safety
by promoting best practices among colleagues and
learners.

Step into Learning is committed to safeguarding and
promoting the welfare of all learners and expects their
employees to share this commitment.  The successful
candidate will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring
Service (DBS) check.

The postholder will ensure that Step into Learning
safeguarding and welfare policies and procedures are
known, understood, and used appropriately.

Will keep detailed, accurate, secure written records of
concerns and referrals (including electronic documents)
and refer all concerns to the safeguarding team.

The postholder will act as the Deputy Designated
Safeguarding Lead, taking responsibility for safeguarding
and child protection (including online safety).

o  To support the Designated Safeguarding Lead and
action relevant tasks delegated to them through
frequently liaison.

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o  To refer cases of suspected abuse to local authority
children’s social care or adult safeguarding team as
required.

o  To refer cases to the Channel Programme where
there is a radicalisation concern as required.

o  To support staff who make referrals to local authority
children’s social care or adult safeguarding team and
Channel programme.

o  To refer cases where a person is dismissed or left

due to risk/harm to a child or vulnerable adult to the
Disclosure and Barring Service as required.
o  To refer cases where a crime may have been

committed to the Police as required.

o  To keep detailed, accurate, secure written records of

concerns and referrals (including electronic
documents).

o  To ensure that Step into Learning child protection
and vulnerable adult protection policies and
procedures are known, understood, and used
appropriately with all staff, especially new and part
time staff.

Dated

Employee signature

Line manager
signature

Field

Description

Document title

Job Description Template

Version

Author

Date issued

Status

V6.0

Recruitment and Therapies Coordinator

14/11/2025

Approved

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Approved by

Recruitment and Therapies Coordinator

Review date

14/11/2026

Document location

Document Control SharePoint – Human Resources

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