English Functional Skills/GCSE Tutor/Teacher

English Tutor - Full Time -  Salary 28-34k per annum 

Derby Training Centre - DE1 1SB

Working hours - 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday - Thursday. 8:30am - 2:30pm Fridays

About Juniper Training:

Juniper Training is a leading provider of high-quality vocational education and training. We are dedicated to equipping young people (16 - 24 years) with the skills, knowledge, and qualifications they need to thrive in their early careers. Our programs are designed to inspire and challenge learners, helping them to achieve their full potential.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced English Tutor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment at our Derby Training Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering High-Quality Training: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and informative sessions to Recruitment apprentices, ensuring that learning outcomes are met, and learners are motivated and supported throughout their apprenticeship.
• Assessment and Feedback: Assess learners’ work in line with awarding body requirements, providing constructive feedback and setting SMART targets to support progression.
• Curriculum Development: Contribute to the development and review of the curriculum to ensure it is current, relevant, and aligned with industry standards.
• Support and Mentoring: Provide ongoing support, guidance, and mentoring to learners, helping them to overcome any barriers to learning and achieve their qualifications.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of learner progress, attendance, and assessments, in accordance with Juniper Training’s policies and procedures.
• Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues, employers, and other stakeholders to ensure a seamless delivery of the apprenticeship program and promote best practices.
• CPD: Engage in continuous professional development to stay up-to-date with industry changes, teaching methodologies, and assessment practices.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• Experience of working as a English Tutor/Functional Skills Tutor/Coach.
• Experience/Ability to deliver Functional Skills & GCSE English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate learners.
• Competent IT skills for delivering online learning and maintaining learner records.
• Qualified to a minimum of PTLLS

Ready to inspire the next generation? Apply today and join Juniper Training to be part of a transformative educational journey!

Benefits:

• A Supportive Team: Be part of a close-knit, supportive team at Juniper Training that is dedicated to helping you and our students succeed.
• Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Impactful Work: Contribute to shaping the future of students by equipping them with essential vocational and employability skills in a nurturing and passionate environment.
• 25 days holiday increasing by 1 day per year after 2 years continuous service – max 30 days
• Buy and sell annual leave
• Paid mileage 35p per mile (above and beyond normal work mileage)
• EAP
• Long service awards
• Employee awards/special recognition
• Juniper lottery
• Dragons Den
• PRIDE (monthly)
• Early finish Friday! (2:30pm)
• Christmas Savings Club
• Eyecare (reimbursement of some costs)
• Cycle to Work
• Electric Car Scheme (after 5yrs LOS)
• Critical Illness cover (after 5yrs LOS)
• Corporate events throughout the year

At Juniper, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diverse perspectives enhance our environment and our ability to serve the community.

At Juniper, we are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We carefully scrutinize all applications, thoroughly checking employment history and references to identify any gaps or inconsistencies. Where appropriate, we conduct enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure candidates meet our high standards of integrity and suitability for the role. Our approach reflects our dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and secure environment for everyone within our organisation.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to provide assistance. Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.