Adult Learning Tutor (Digital Inclusion) - GLA14248

Glasgow Life; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Glasgow seeks an Adult Learning Tutor to enhance digital inclusion in communities. You'll support learners and contribute to cultural experiences. The role requires tutor qualifications and experience with marginalized groups. Enjoy a flexible workplace with extensive benefits including holidays and pension support.

Benefits

30 days' holiday

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Work-life balance support

Discounts on memberships and stores

Qualifications

• Tutor qualification or equivalent experience in adult learning delivery.
• ICDL qualification or equivalent.
• Experience engaging and supporting hard-to-reach groups in learning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and develop digital inclusion learning opportunities.
• Support communities in Glasgow's booster ward areas.
• Help people get active through cultural experiences.

Skills

Tutor qualification or equivalent experience in adult learning delivery

ICDL qualification or equivalent

Experience engaging hard-to-reach groups

Experience planning digital skills training

Strong communication skills

Positive, flexible, proactive approach

Job description

Overview

We believe everyone deserves a great Glasgow life and that starts with the people who work here.

Glasgow Life is a charity like no other. Our vision is to improve the lives of everyone in our city. To help us achieve that, we are looking for an Adult Learning Tutor (Digital Inclusion) to join our Libraries and Communities team.

Our teams focus on making a real difference through culture and sport in Glasgow. If you're excited by the idea of being part of that, this could be the job for you.

What you need to know

Hours: 35 per week.

Contract type: Fixed Term until 6th October 2027

Pay details: The listed salary is for a full-time role. If you're applying for a part-time or bank job, we will calculate your pay on a pro-rata basis. The hourly rate is £16.98 per hour.

Location: City-wide, with your main base discussed at interview.

What you’ll do

As an Adult Learning Tutor, you'll be a part of an established team, reporting to the Libraries and Communities Co-ordinator (Inclusion). You'll play an essential role delivering and developing digital inclusion learning opportunities, especially focusing on targeted delivery in Glasgow's 10 booster ward areas. Your work will make a visible and lasting difference. This could be:

• Supporting our communities
• Helping people get active
• Creating cultural experiences
• Or working behind the scenes to make it all happen

Who you are

We're looking for someone with the right skills who brings energy to the role. If the following sounds like you, apply today!

We're looking for:

• Tutor qualification or equivalent experience in adult learning delivery
• ICDL qualification or equivalent
• Experience of engaging and supporting hard-to-reach or marginalised groups in a learning or community setting.
• Experience planning and developing engaging digital skills training
• Strong communication skills with an ability to motivate and support learners
• A positive, flexible and proactive approach to your work

Download the Person Specification in the Job Attachments section on MyJobScotland. Use this to shape your application and show how your experience aligns with the job.

When selecting candidates for interviews, managers will look for candidates who meet all the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification. If there are many candidates, they may also consider desirable skills. So, include those if they apply to you.

What we offer

At Glasgow Life, our work changes lives. As a charity, we bring communities together and support wellbeing through sport, culture, heritage, and learning.

Learn more about Glasgow Life in our 10 Facts video in the Further Information section on MyJobScotland.

We support you to live a great life. Inside and outside of work. Some of our benefits include:

Holiday

When you join, you'll get 30 days' holiday. Plus 6.5 public holidays if you're full-time. This increases to 35 days after 5 years of service.

Fancy a bit more time off? You can buy extra holiday too!

Pension

Save for later life and join the Local Government Pension Scheme. Your future self will thank you. Our generous employer contribution will help you plan for the future.

Support

Sometimes we all need support and a listening ear. Our free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme can support your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.

Discounts

As a colleague, you can enjoy discounts on the things you love, from Glasgow Club memberships to our museum shops and our online store. We are also part of the cycle-to-work scheme, helping you stay active.

Flexibility and development

We are proud of our flexible and inclusive work policies, which help you balance work and life. We also offer support for learning, development and career progression.

Please note that Glasgow Life is an Arm's Length External Organisation to Glasgow City Council. We are currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure. This may impact current salaries quoted in job adverts. To learn more, visit - Glasgow City Council Job Evaluation.

What’s next

To get started, complete our short application form. In this, you'll fill out:

• Work history
• Qualifications/training
• Key questions like Why are you a good fit for this role?

Use the Person Specification in the Job Attachments section to guide your answers.

Important Dates:

The closing date for this job is 11.59pm on 21 September. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for the week commencing 29 September.

Who We Are

Our Libraries and Communities service is at the heart of life in Glasgow, providing welcoming spaces where everyone can learn, connect, and get support. Our Libraries are free, open to all, and offer places to read, relax, learn, and access digital resources. They help bridge the digital divide and provide practical support for people of all ages and backgrounds. Complementing this, our Communities teams provide safe, local spaces for learning, wellbeing, and connection. From drop-in sessions to lifelong learning programmes, they support every community across the city. Together, our Libraries and Communities services create inclusive places that enrich lives across Glasgow. Read more here - Glasgow Life libraries and communities.

Diversity and Fair Work at Glasgow Life

We are committed to building a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to be their full, authentic selves at work. We are Disability Confident and Carer Positive and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Learn more about Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: Glasgow Life equality and diversity.

We are also committed to Fair Work First principles, including voice, opportunity, security, fulfilment and respect for all our staff. Learn more about Fair Work First here: Glasgow Life fair work first.

We especially welcome applications from people with disabilities and from ethnic minority communities.

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We’re excited to hear from you. Let’s shape a great Glasgow life – together.

Further Information

Please note that Glasgow Life, as an ALEO to Glasgow City Council, is currently completing a Job Evaluation exercise and introducing a new pay and grading structure which may impact on current salaries quoted in job adverts. See Glasgow City Council job evaluation information for more details.