Personal Development Tutor

Bournemouth & Poole College • Full-time • Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch and Poole, England, United Kingdom • £28,128 - £29,057 / year • 11h ago

Personal Development Tutor | Term Time Only (37 hours) | Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and student-focused Personal Development Tutor to deliver our Personal Development Tutorial Programme (BPC Grow), supporting students to succeed academically, personally, and professionally.

This is a rewarding opportunity to play a key role in shaping student wellbeing, engagement, progression, and employability. You will help students develop the skills, behaviours, and resilience needed for adulthood and the world of work.

Working collaboratively with curriculum teams, support services, and external partners, you will contribute to a high-quality, inclusive student experience aligned with College priorities and safeguarding expectations.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Personal Development Tutor, you will:

Build strong, supportive relationships with a cohort of students, acting as a trusted point of contact to aid their transition into college life
Deliver engaging, interactive BPC Grow tutorial sessions, workshops, and group activities using student-led approaches
Support students’ academic progress, wellbeing, confidence, and personal development
Monitor attendance and engagement, working closely with teaching teams to drive improvement
Act as a first point of contact for safeguarding and wellbeing concerns, applying appropriate procedures and signposting to specialist teams
Provide tailored support for vulnerable learners, including acting as a keyworker for Children in Care (CiC) and Care Leavers
Liaise with teaching staff, Learning Managers, and external agencies to ensure students receive coordinated support
Maintain accurate student records and contribute to data monitoring and reporting
Support students in planning their progression routes, including employability and careers-focused activities
Promote positive behaviour, inclusion, and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in all interactions
Contribute to a collaborative and supportive Student Experience team environment

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is passionate about working with young people and supporting their success. You will bring:

Essential Requirements

GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade A–C / 9–4)
Experience supporting young people in an educational or pastoral setting
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to motivate, engage, and inspire students
Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities and professional boundaries
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital tools
A collaborative, proactive, and student-centred approach
Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Desirable

Level 3 (or above) Advice & Guidance qualification
Degree or relevant professional qualification
Teaching or training qualification
Experience working with care-experienced young people
Experience of working with external agencies
Familiarity with student record systems (e.g. ProMonitor, ProSolution)

We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy once we receive a sufficient number of strong applications.

Working at Bournemouth and Poole College

More than just a job.

At Bournemouth & Poole College, we are passionate about turning potential into professionals. We are the largest college in the area and a vital engine for the local economy, educating over 9,000 learners and partnering with over 1,000 employers to bridge the gap between local talent and real futures.

A proud culture.

We know that if we want our students to succeed, we have to start by looking after our people. We work hard to create an environment where you feel trusted and valued rather than just employed. In our 2025 inspection, Ofsted observed:

"They have developed an inclusive culture where staff feel empowered to make a positive difference to students and apprentices. Leaders and managers have improved staff morale; staff are proud to work at the college."

A place to grow and belong.

We are committed to a workplace that is genuinely inclusive, where everyone is inspired to contribute and succeed. You will find a vibrant, rewarding environment that celebrate ambition and success in equal measures. To get a better feel for life at the College and explore our full range of benefits, visit our Work With Us page.

Armed Forces Covenant

As proud Armed Forces Covenant signatories, we value the skills and experience veterans, reservists and military families, and encourage them to consider a career with us.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to share in this commitment. The successful will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK.

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