Tutor – Apprenticeships
Location: South Central England
The role
Channel Training has been at the forefront of Apprenticeship development in the outdoor activities sector since 2012. We believe that Apprenticeships are an incredibly powerful tool to attract and develop diverse talent in outdoor learning and to provide cost-effective solutions for employers in our sector. Our staff have decades of experience in the delivery of Apprenticeships that meet the needs of outdoor centres, schools, adventurous activity and recreation providers and outdoor learning charities, social enterprises and voluntary organisations.
As the only specialist Apprenticeship provider in the outdoor learning sector we take pride in our consistent delivery of outstanding training; guidance, support and care for apprentices; close liaison and relationships with employers; a keen sense of providing high quality service for our sector. The Tutor role is at the heart of this. Working with the Tutor Team and Systems and Quality Managers, the successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of training to apprentices across a range of employers. This role also requires skills and NGB training, online and blended learning and building excellent relationships with clients.
This is a modern, dynamic role in a progressive company. It requires an absolute belief in the value of outdoor learning and those that deliver it, and commitment to continually improving the training offer we make to the sector.
General
- Plan, resource and deliver high quality training for Level 2, Level 3 and Level 5 apprenticeships.
- Manage own time and resources effectively to meet company, employer and apprentice needs.
- Manage and develop strong relationships with employers.
- Market our offer and promote the company and its work.
- Operate within, and contribute to, the company’s Safety Management Systems.
Specific
- Accountable for the progress and achievement of apprentices.
- Tutor for a caseload of approx. 30 apprentices across a number of employers.
- Coordinate and deliver apprenticeship training.
- Work with apprentices and employers through OneFile, email, online meetings, phone and visits.
- Liaise with End Point Assessment Organisations.
- Support Internal Quality Assurance as led by the Programme Manager.
- Deliver the content of apprenticeship standards, including observations.
- Prompt assessment and feedback on OneFile and in the workplace.
- Support the delivery of skills courses as coordinated by the Lead Trainer.
- Support the development of Programmes of Study and resources for each Apprenticeship Standard.
- Maintain current, high-quality resources for learners.
- Undertake timely apprentice reviews.
- Support apprentices in logging off the job training and use of OneFile.
- Invigilate exams as required (eg functional skills).
- Support active marketing – visits to potential new clients, sharing promotional materials, attendance at outdoor centre open days, providing advice and guidance, liaison with employer staff.
- Support recruitment – contact with employers, support with shortlisting, selection, induction, supporting employer staff, presence at outdoor centre open days and interviews.
Skills and Occupational Requirements
- An understanding of the Apprenticeships available in our sector and of their importance in workforce development.
- Competent in the use of Google for Business, Microsoft Office applications, Adobe applications, Zoom, Teams and have experience of virtual learning environments and e-portfolios.
- Have personal PC / laptop, mobile phone and high-quality broadband and 4G appropriate for the role.
- Have appropriate professional home office for work and glitch-free communication.
- Knowledge and experience in the outdoor sector with a current understanding of the training required to develop as an outdoor instructor.
- Knowledge and experience in education / adult learning and Apprenticeships.
- A range of current occupational (NGB) qualifications appropriate to the role, at a level enabling the delivery of basic NGB (for example BC PSRC, PSI; RYA DI)
- Teaching, Learning and Assessment qualification and experience appropriate to the role. For example Level 3 Award in Education and Training, TAQA Level 3.
- A full, clean UK driving licence and own vehicle appropriate for business use.
- A current First Aid qualification.
Notes
Full time, permanent role, salary £30k pa. Home-based, working independently online and through face to face training, meetings and visits. The role involves travel between outdoor centres and overnight stays. Our expectation is that hours are managed throughout the working week to meet the operational needs of the company and the personal needs of the post-holder. This role is a very rewarding and dynamic one, with a supportive, well-motivated and happy team. Please do contact us for an informal discussion to find out more.
TO APPLY: please visit the Channel Training website www.channeltraining.co.uk go to the 'work for us' tab and complete the application form.
Closing date: 30th June 2026 at 5pm
Interview date: week commencing 6th July 2026 – TBC
Start date: by 1st August 2026
Thanks very much for your interest in our company and our work.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minehead TA24 5BG
