English Specialist Tutor

This post is on fixed term basis until 31st July 2025 due to project funding

Sandwell Adult and Family Learning Service has a full-time English/Vocational Specialist tutor vacancy, offered on a fixed term basis until 31st July 2025 (potential funding for a minimum of 3 years, this will be confirmed at interview).

We are looking for a dynamic English Tutor who has experience of designing and delivering short and/or introductory English modules to adults who may have been out of education for some time or have English as a second language. If you have a background in delivering Vocational education subjects such as Preparing to Work in schools, Supporting Teaching and Learning and Education and Training, we would be particularly interested in engaging with you. 

The provision is offered across the whole borough of Sandwell and runs daytime, evenings and weekends at various points of the year e.g. during October when we take part in the national Family Learning Festival.

• The successful applicant will be required to hold a minimum level 4 teaching qualification, a minimum qualification in English at level 3 and a Maths qualification at least at Functional Skills level.
• Applications are particularly welcome from tutors that have recent experience of working within other adult community learning organisations.
• You will receive support with your development, including training in Classroom Observation and annual Safeguarding.
• Average 15 hours of the working week will be allocated to planning courses.

You will need experience delivering functional skills English from entry level through to level 2 and have experience in assessment. The candidate must have worked as a teacher of adults for two years or more.

Sandwell Adult and Family learning would welcome applicants who have a proven record of experience teaching adults 19+ in English and educational subjects. Knowledge of Ofsted, SAR, moderation, standardisation and RARPA would be a distinct advantage.

Sandwell Adult and Family Learning Service has 3 main learning centres across Sandwell. You will be required to travel between centres daily and travelling expenses can be claimed according to the SMBC approved mileage scheme.

The posts offer a competitive salary of £29,269 - £33,945 and a full package of benefits from SMBC, including:

Generous annual leave entitlement, with additional entitlement granted to employees who complete 5 years continuous service with Sandwell or other local authorities. Access to our Employee Benefits portal which includes discounts on a number of retail locations, gym membership, cinemas and more. Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and bikes. Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme. Successful candidates will need to complete an enhanced DBS application and a KCSIE check will be required for this post.

We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible. When completing your application please refer to the supporting documents attached.

If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to: hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk

For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs

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To apply, please download and complete the application form and return it to: Hrresourcing_applications@sandwell.gov.uk