Location: Carlisle Library
Contract Type: Permanent
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated LLDD Tutor to join Cumbria Adult Learning. Ideally, you will have experience of working in an Adult Education environment. The successful applicant will be highly skilled and have a real passion for inspiring and encouraging adults with learning difficulties and disabilities to maximise their potential.
We offer a wide and extensive range of subjects to LLDD learners - such as independent living, literacy and numeracy, arts and crafts - and the right candidate will offer interesting and engaging courses and qualifications.
Our tutors are supportive, empathetic, dynamic and above all are committed to making a real difference in improving the lives and opportunities of our learners. In partnership with local organisations, we offer classes in venues across Carlisle and the surrounding area. A flexible approach is required to meet the needs of our local communities.
There may also be the opportunity to work in the Penrith area, subject to demand from partner organisations and local communities.
Experience in a teaching environment, a teaching qualification and experience of working with LLDD are essential for the role. A DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
- Post Specification
- Role Profile
For more information about this role, please contact Mike Wigham, Carlisle Adult Learning Centre Manager: [email protected]
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 19/07/2026
Interview date: 29/07/2026
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
If you experience any technical difficulties applying for this role, please contact the HR Systems Team at [email protected].
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires a enhanced DBS check.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
