Title: Functional Skills Tutor
Salary:£26,000- £28,000, DOE
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours:37.5 hours/week
Location:Lincolnshire (note: some delivery will be blended)
Contract: ASF
Reporting to: Operations Manager
Job Overview:
Workpays are passionate about making a small change to see a big difference to the ambitions and lives of each and every one of our learners.
We are looking for a Functional Skills tutor to join our Skills Team, and by providing exciting learning opportunities through the delivery of accredited Employability qualifications, Vocational Skills and Essential Digital Skills they could be part of making that big difference.
The client group will be predominantly aged 19+ and actively looking for a job to progress into. Workpays collaborate closely with a bank of local employers to support the learners on this journey and into a positive destination.
This is an office-based role from pop-up locations in Lincolnshire with some blended delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Tutor:
· Carry out initial and diagnostic assessment to inform high quality, innovative delivery, which challenges and inspires learners and includes clear objectives, involving learners in the planning, review, and evaluation process
· Deliver effective and high-quality provision across a range of ability groups (Entry 1 – Level 2) to meet all relevant academic and funding criteria and which enables learners to meet their personal learning goals
· Continuously monitor course effectiveness and assess learner development through individual learning plans to inform teaching strategies which ensure learner and programme success
· Deliver general advice and guidance with reference to progression, pre-programme information, including specification of programme entry criteria
· Produce and/or tailor relevant and motivational teaching materials, undertaking necessary research in order to deliver programmes to fulfil the needs of the learners
· Ensure all administrative procedures are kept up to date prior to, during and after the programme (i.e., keeping a register, marking work, monitoring absence, completing funding documentation) to ensure all compliance and quality procedures and funding requirements are met
· Attend and contribute to team meetings, standardisation meetings and IQA activity as required
General:
· Maintain an awareness of and actively follow and promote Company policies, including, but not limited to, Safer Recruitment, Data Protection, Information Security, Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and Prevent
· Undertake any training as required by Company policy and take responsibility for professional development
· Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager
This is not an exhaustive list of tasks; the employee will be asked to undertake other ad hoc tasks relevant to the scope and purpose of this role. This job description reflects the present requirements of the post, and as duties and responsibilities change/develop, the job description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post-holder.
This is not an exhaustive list of tasks; the employee will be asked to undertake other ad hoc tasks relevant to the scope and purpose of this role. This job description reflects the present requirements of the post, and as duties and responsibilities change/develop, the job description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post-holder.
About the Candidate: The successful candidate will have the following essential qualifications, experience, and skills.
- Teaching qualification (CTLLS, PTLLS, AET, PGCE)
- Previous experience of delivering engaging and meaningful learning activities and training workshops within an employment and skills sector
- Fluent in the English language
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- High-level communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
- IT proficient with an ability to use Microsoft Office suite, particularly Outlook, Teams, Excel, SharePoint, Word, and PowerPoint
Please note: The successful candidate must be prepared to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (children's barred list).
Desirable experience, knowledge, and skills:
- Experience meeting challenging contractual Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets
- Knowledge and understanding of the local labour market, sector skills gaps, local employment and skills provision, specialist support networks, and education and training providers
About Workpays: We help people of all ages across the country realise their potential and we support businesses by ensuring they have the skilled staff they need. Our staff are dedicated to helping people at all stages of their employment journey. We offer great benefits and an incredible and exciting work environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Employee mentoring programme
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- Do you have a Teaching Qualification (CTLLS, PTLLS, AET, PGCE)
- Do you have experience delivering Functional Skills from Entry Level 1 through to Level 2
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
