Bookkeeping Tutor

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council as a part-time Bookkeeping Tutor, where you will deliver engaging courses to adults. This role offers flexibility in hours and locations, with a focus on delivering quality education in a supportive environment. As part of a high-performing adult education provider, you will contribute to the community's growth and development. Enjoy a range of staff benefits, including a pension scheme, while making a meaningful impact on learners' lives. If you are passionate about teaching and have the relevant qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Teachers Pension Scheme

Flexible working hours

Access to staff benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recognised Bookkeeping qualification is essential.
• L5 Diploma in Education and Training or willingness to achieve one.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited and non-accredited Bookkeeping courses to adults.
• Teach in various locations across Dorset, including online.

Skills

Recognised Bookkeeping qualification

Teaching adults

Flexibility in teaching hours

Education

L5 Diploma in Education and Training or equivalent

English and maths qualifications at grade 4/C or above

Job description

Recruiter: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council

Location: Dorset, United Kingdom

Salary: £19.76 - £23.91 per hour. Dependent on qualifications held, teaching assignment, and contract type. Annual

Job Introduction

We are seeking a part-time Bookkeeping Tutor to start in September 2025. The role involves delivering both accredited and non-accredited Bookkeeping courses to adults in the BCP and Dorset Council areas, including online teaching.

We are open to employing either a salaried part-time tutor or a tutor on a variable hours contract. Hours and locations are negotiable, with a particular interest in candidates able to teach in North and West Dorset.

Skills & Learning is a high-performing Adult Community Education provider, previously shortlisted for Provider of the Year in the Times Education awards and for Large Team of the Year in the Local Government Chronicle awards in 2024.

The service is rated 'Good' overall by Ofsted, and the quality of Information, Advice, and Guidance is independently endorsed by Matrix.

We offer adult learning courses across over 30 venues in the county throughout the year.

Essential Requirements

• Recognised Bookkeeping qualification
• L5 Diploma in Education and Training or equivalent, or willingness to work towards one
• English and maths qualifications at grade 4/C or above

Desirable

• Experience in teaching or delivering training to adults
• Practicing Bookkeeper

Successful Candidates

• Will be expected to teach across Dorset
• Must be flexible; may need to teach evenings and/or weekends

In Return

• Negotiable weekly contact hours and locations depending on contract type

Tutors are expected to adhere to the Professional Standards for Teachers and Trainers developed by the Education and Training Foundation.

You will have access to staff benefits associated with working for BCP Council, including the Teachers Pension Scheme and Totum (formerly NUS).

More information: https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/working-for-us/

About BCP Council

BCP Council serves a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs over 5,000 staff. The area includes over 15 miles of renowned coastline. We offer career-defining roles to help transform and improve services, contributing to a thriving, inclusive, and prosperous community for future generations.

Our Benefits

We provide an excellent benefits package. Details can be found here. As part of the creation of BCP Council in 2019, we are streamlining our terms and conditions and establishing a single pay structure for all employees, expected to be implemented in 2024.

DBS

BCP Council is committed to safeguarding the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to complete an appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. For more details, refer to the Job Description or Role Profile.