Achievement Tutor

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

45 days annual leave

Pension contributions

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work

Job summary

The Manchester College invites applications for an Achievement Tutor (ESOL) on a fixed-term maternity-cover contract at the Openshaw Campus in Manchester. The role is full-time (35 hours per week) with a starting salary reflecting 35 hours of teaching and support to students’ success.

You will guide learners to reach their potential through group tutorials, 1-1 coaching, and robust assessment using ProMonitor and Markbook.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching ESOL and supporting learners to achieve academic goals.
• Ability to deliver engaging group tutorials and 1-1 coaching.
• Commitment to student achievement and progression.

Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching, learning and assessment through engaging activities and resources.
• Monitor individual progress during 1-1 reviews and track using ProMonitor/Markbook.
• Collaborate with teaching teams to develop high-quality learning materials.

Skills

Teaching

Student support

ESOL

Assessment

Education

Cert Ed/PGCE for post-16

Tools

ProMonitor

Markbook

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Achievement Tutor Job reference REQ012897 Date posted 01/10/2026 Application closing date 03/11/2026 Location Manchester Salary £32,931 - £47,339 per annum Package Competitive Benefits plus Teachers Pension Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Job category/type Student Support Attachments Achievement Tutor - FE.pdf

Job description

Are you a teacher who’s passionate about guiding students to achieve their full potential both in and out of the classroom? At The Manchester College, we’re looking for Achievement Tutors to support learners' academic success through engaging group tutorials. In this role, you’ll play a vital part in helping students stay on track, meet their goals, and thrive in their studies by delivering outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment via engaging activities, resources, and focused academic coaching while monitoring individual student progress in 1-1 reviews using tools like ProMonitor and Markbook. You’ll collaborate closely with teaching teams, develop high-quality learning resources, and champion student voice, employability, and achievement at every stage.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join us as an Achievement Tutor (ESOL) on a fixed-term (Maternity Cover), full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

Site Information

Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry-standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital.

About us

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Why would you join us?

We are the number one further education college in Greater Manchester for student achievement and currently rank in the top 10 for Student Achievement in the country. No mean feat! The Manchester College is award-winning with numerous accolades to its name! Our teachers and courses have been recognised with local and national awards, and we have been the proud recipient of the Queens Anniversary Prize!

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

What we offer our colleagues

Reporting to the Head of Department, we will offer you the opportunity to develop your teaching career with the largest FE College in the UK. We offer you a nurturing environment with space to grow and a place where you will feel supported. We also offer an unrivalled suite of continuous CPD with over 80,000 modules to choose from and a support structure to help you realise your full potential. With all of this in place, your ability to deliver world class learning will be elevated supporting your ability carve out your career path with us.

Benefits

• 45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays (FTE).
• 3 well-being days per year (FTE).
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Start your teaching journey with us!

We welcome applications from aspiring teachers who are passionate about sharing their industry skills. At The Manchester College, you will be supported by our Teaching Academy to work towards qualified teacher status for post 16 compulsory education, through a Cert Ed/PGCE. This includes 3-4 hours delivery per week and engagement with a mentor to support your progress in the profession while you work. The starting salary for an unqualified teacher is between £30,750 – £32,931*. It’s a great way to kick‑start a rewarding career with full training and support. Once you’ve successfully qualified and demonstrated your teaching competence, you’ll progress to the qualified teacher salary banding.

*Consideration will be given to relevant industry experience and skills with the flexibility to offer increased starting salaries in some circumstances*.

Levelling Up Payment

Check to see if you are eligible to receive a Government Levelling up payment once you have made your application.

Safeguarding

LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal opportunities statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 03/11/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!