Adult Learning ESOL Tutor - Nottinghamshire

Inspire: Culture, Learning and Libraries; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization in Nottinghamshire is seeking a qualified Full-Time Adult Learning Tutor. The role involves teaching accredited and non-accredited ESOL to adult learners, supporting their learning journeys, and contributing to curriculum development. The ideal candidate has strong interpersonal skills and is committed to promoting inclusion and diversity within education. This position offers a salary range of £30,023 to £33,698 FTE.

Qualifications

• CELTA L5 or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of assessment and IQA processes desirable.
• Understanding of safeguarding and health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver 800 hours of accredited adult learning.
• Support learners with their assessments and learning journeys.
• Engage with quality initiatives and curriculum development.

Skills

Experience with adults

Delivery and assessment of funded programs

Planning and writing programs

Education

GCSE A-C in English and maths

Level 4 teaching qualification

Assessor qualification

Job description

Job Description

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week
Interview Date: 22nd January 2025
Closing Date: 11th January 2025
Salary: Grade 5 (£30,023 - £33,698 FTE)

We are recruiting a full‑time ESOL tutor to join our team at Inspire Learning, teaching across Nottinghamshire and online. We require a well‑qualified tutor (CELTA L5 or equivalent) with experience delivering high‑quality accredited and non‑accredited ESOL, from entry level to Level 2, for mixed‑language, mixed‑level adult learners. The tutor may design and deliver family learning ESOL, develop enrichment work and collaborate with other tutors to extend our curriculum to ESOL learners. Knowledge of assessment and IQA processes is desirable. Teaching hours include daytime, evening and some weekend courses.

Invitation to Apply

We are actively championing inclusion and diversity. Applicants from under‑represented groups, particularly black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds, are especially encouraged to apply. All staff are required to undergo safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Please submit your application and then email your name, vacancy title and application reference to confirm receipt.

Job Title

Full‑Time Adult Learning Tutor

Grade

Grade 5

Job Purpose

To plan and deliver teaching and training on accredited and non‑accredited adult learning programmes across Nottinghamshire’s seven districts, support learners, contribute to curriculum development, and undertake related tasks such as learning support, invigilation and promotion.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver an agreed programme of 800 hours per year of accredited and tailored adult learning across Nottinghamshire and online, including evening and weekend teaching.
• Support learners throughout their learning journey, taking responsibility for assessment, learning support processes, quality teaching and learning and end‑of‑course evaluation.
• Continuously improve teaching and learning and positively engage with quality initiatives such as OTLAs.
• Contribute positively to curriculum and teaching and learning development, including active contributions to curriculum teams and relevant working groups.
• Undertake associated tasks such as learning support, invigilation and events.
• Support programme and curriculum‑related events and marketing.
• Take ownership of personal and professional development in line with the ETF Professional Standards for Teaching.
• Undertake appropriate administrative tasks in a timely manner.
• Produce an annual Self‑Assessment Report (SAR) and work positively towards the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
• Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures, including the Prevent Strategy, are adhered to and actively promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Work in accordance with all Inspire policies, procedures, brand guidelines, contractual requirements and professional best practice.
• Perform any duties or tasks assigned by management required to meet service needs.
• Assume the role of Appointed Person and/or First Aider as required.

Education and Knowledge Requirements

• Hold or be willing to work towards a level 4 teaching qualification.
• GCSE A‑C (4‑9) or equivalent in English and maths.
• Hold or be willing to work towards an assessor qualification.
• Understanding of ESFA funded training programmes.
• Understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures, including the Prevent Strategy.
• Understanding of the Education Inspection Framework.
• Awareness of health and safety issues and legislation in relation to learning delivery.
• Understanding of equal opportunities policies and procedures.

Skills and Experience

• Experience working with adults, including those with learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Experience delivering and assessing ASF formula and non‑formula funded programmes to a high standard.
• Experience planning, writing, delivering and evaluating ASF formula and non‑formula funded programmes.
• Ability to effectively review, monitor and offer guidance and support to adults.

Role Dimensions

• Provide adults with appropriate ASF funded formula and non‑formula training and teaching, leading them to reach their learning goals and achieve success on programmes delivering 800 hours per year, including evening and weekend courses.
• Actively promote the Services quality of adult learning provision, both non‑accredited and accredited.

Inspire Competencies

Customer Service (Competency Level 3)

• Demonstrates effective customer service skills across person, online, email or phone, identifying and satisfying customer needs with professionalism and respect for confidentiality, equality & diversity.
• Responds positively to customer concerns, acts to resolve or reassure customers, agreeing solutions or escalating appropriately.
• Responds positively to complaints or suggestions and seeks to resolve them within limits of authority.

Deliver the Service Offer (Competency Level 3)

• Knows and accesses information to advise and promote the Inspire Service Offer to all customers.
• Embraces any changes to the offer and associated processes positively, taking responsibility for development.
• Shares feedback about the Inspire offer with line manager and contributes to meetings and activities to improve service delivery.

Communicating Well (Competency Level 3)

• Communicates clearly and effectively in person, on the phone and in writing, respecting style appropriate to context and using Inspire’s online communications.
• Communicates effectively in meetings or group situations with a can‑do approach.
• Debates, challenges or discusses issues positively with colleagues and line manager, seeking agreement and respecting decisions.

Working Together (Competency Level 2)

• Adopts a friendly, helpful, supportive and respectful manner when working with others.
• Acts in a trustworthy, reliable and transparent manner, respecting privacy and confidentiality.

Leading the Way (Competency Level 2)

• Integrates Inspire mission, vision and values into work with customers, colleagues and stakeholders, and supports policy implementation.
• Articulates and shares Inspire’s mission, vision and values to enthuse and focus colleagues.

Working Efficiently and Cost Effectively (Competency Level 3)

• Uses Inspire resources and time effectively to meet service demand and objectives.
• Plans ahead, making best use of time and resources, maximising technology and minimising waste.
• Resolves competing demand for resources and time effectively to meet needs of staff and customers.

Skills and Qualifications (Competency Level 4)

• GCSE or Level 1 Diploma (Foundation); good verbal communication skills; working towards Level 2 English and Maths.
• GCSE (Grades 4‑9) including English and Maths or Level 2 Diploma (1st Diploma); demonstrable IT skills (Inspire Recruitment Activity/test).
• Internet information searching.
• Microsoft Office basic skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• A level / A2 / AS level or Level 3 Extended Diploma or Level 3 National Certificate.
• Newly qualified or working towards Diploma or Service Specific qualification or relevant HNC.
• Experienced qualified (3 years or more) Diploma or Service Specific qualification or relevant HNC.