Tutor

THE SOVEREIGN TRUST
CHATSWORTH FUTURES SPECIALIST COLLEGE
Vicarage Road
Swinton
M27 0WA

TUTOR - Start Date: 1 September 2026
Teachers’ Main Scale M1 M6 + 1 or 2 SEN Points
Full time
Permanent
Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme: https://www.teacherspensions.co.uk/
Benefits: Salary sacrifice schemes for purchasing bikes used for travel to work, through monthly interest free salary deductions. Employee Assistance Programme provides access to a range of wellbeing services.

Chatsworth Futures Specialist College is a special needs provision for learners aged 19 25 years which serves young people with a broad range of special educational needs including autism and SLD (severe learning difficulties).

Are you passionate about teaching and helping students succeed? We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Tutor to join our team and help learners overcome barriers to learning, build confidence, and achieve their potential.

If you are dedicated to a career in special education, and believe that every learner has the right to the highest quality provision, then we would love to hear from you. You will be joining a strong and highly skilled teaching support team and a forward-thinking innovative College, who can provide opportunities for your personal development and growth.

We can offer the successful candidate:
A staff team who are dedicated to providing a trusting, supportive and secure base for all, specialising in supporting SEND learners aged 19+ to develop their independence, build confidence, and prepare for adulthood.
Bespoke performance management to ensure you have the support you need towards fulling your career aspirations
Receive ongoing training from experts in areas such as sign language, communication strategies, and assistive technologies, enabling you to support learners effectively.
Access to professional development opportunities that will enhance your skills in areas such as, SEND-specific teaching methods, and inclusive education practices.
A unique specialist college that encompasses a variety of teaching methods and learning styles
An experienced leadership team who are keen to support all to achieve their goals and future aspirations
The opportunity to join a college committed to inclusivity and excellence, where your contributions are valued and the work you do makes a real difference.
We encourage you to view our website for greater insight into our specialist college: https://www.chatsworthfutures.org.uk/

The successful applicant will:
A dedicated and skilled professional with a clear learner-centred focus
Aspirational and highly committed to improving the learning attainments and lives of learners with special educational needs including autism and SLD (severe learning difficulties)
A robust and resilient practitioner able to perform in a dynamic and challenging environment

Applications from Early Career Teachers (ECT’s) are welcomed

How to apply
Are we the right college for you?

If you wish to be considered for this vacancy, you should complete the attached application form. Please note that only applications on the Trust’s application form will be considered. Candidates who submit a CV will not be short-listed. Completed applications are to be returned to hr@thesovereigntrust.uk by 9:00am, Monday 1 June 2026.

Keeping Children Safe in Education
The Sovereign Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working for the Trust to share this commitment.
An online search will be carried out and a Childcare Declaration form will be required from shortlisted candidates.

This post is subject to a satisfactory two-year reference history, which we will endeavour to seek prior to interview, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB), medical clearance, and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

A copy of our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on our website by following this link https://www.thesovereigntrust.uk/policies-1/ .

Closing date for receipt of applications - Monday 1 June 2026 at 9:00am
Interviews for successful candidates will be held at Chatsworth Futures Week Commencing Monday 8 June 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a sufficient number of applications.