One of the fixed-term Progress and Support Tutor roles will provide parental leave cover within the Guidance Team. The appointment will run from Monday 2nd November 2026 to Tuesday 20th July 2027. The successful candidate will initially work three days per week until Friday 18th December 2026, reducing to a minimum of two days per week for the remainder of the academic year.

The other fixed-term Progress and Support Tutor role is full time and will run from 4^th January 2027 to 20^th July 2027.

The roles will include delivery of Future Ready sessions, Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) mentoring and an enrichment activity, working with a mix of Year 12 and Year 13 students. The initial allocation for the part-time role will reflect the three-day working pattern and will be adjusted appropriately when the role reduces to a minimum of two days per week.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain substantial experience in a pastoral role within a high performing sixth form college. The successful candidates will work closely with experienced colleagues across the Guidance Team and will play a key role in supporting students’ academic progress, wellbeing and onward progression.

While these are fixed term appointments, subject to future organisational need there may be opportunities for further employment beyond the end of the contract.

The roles will ideally suit somebody who has experience and an interest in the development of young people. Recent knowledge and experience of post-16 education and dealing successfully with parents, students and staff is essential. An understanding of the developmental, emotional, social and educational issues of young people is also a key requirement, together with an awareness of the range of needs of people from diverse ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds. All candidates will need up to date knowledge of the legislative and best practice requirements pertaining to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

To apply, please complete Parts 1 and 2 of the application form. When completing Part 1, you will be required to upload your CV and a Supporting Statement of Application. Once you have submitted Part 1, please proceed to Part 2 (Equality and Diversity Monitoring).

Hills Road Sixth Form College is one of the UK’s leading sixth forms — but what truly defines us is our people and our ethos. We combine high achievement with deep commitment and care.

Our students are curious, ambitious, and engaged with the world around them. Our staff share a culture of trust, professionalism and collaboration, creating a workplace that is both dynamic and deeply supportive.

Located in the heart of Cambridge, we benefit from an extraordinary network of educational and community partnerships. For the right leader, Hills Road offers not only an outstanding institution to guide but a community to belong to. This is a career-defining opportunity to shape the future of post-16 education in Cambridgeshire.

Below, you will find more information about our staff benefits, safeguarding, including our Child Protection Policy, and about being an equal opportunities employer.