Casual Adult Learning Tutor

Rutland County Council; Woodborough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Term-time only

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

Rutland County Council is seeking Casual Adult Learning Tutors to bring learning to life for adults across Rutland in community settings such as libraries. Roles emphasise Functional Skills English and Digital Skills with DBS checks covered by the council and travel across the county requiring a full driving licence.

You will support learners before, during and after courses, plan sessions, track progress and help learners achieve qualifications in an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• DBS check is required; costs covered by Rutland County Council.
• Demonstrate recent teaching/training experience in subject/skill.
• Full driving licence required to travel across the county.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver well-structured adult learning sessions.
• Support learners to achieve learning outcomes and qualifications.
• Complete lesson plans, schemes of work, registers and learner records including individual learning plans.
• Create inclusive learning opportunities for diverse abilities and learning styles.
• Contribute to course reviews, quality assurance and self-assessment activities.

Skills

Communication

Inclusive approach

Teaching

Record keeping

Adapt teaching

Tools

DBS check

Job description

Working Hours: Varied

Interview Date: w/c 30th November 2026

Rutland Adult & Community Learning is looking for versatile and enthusiasticCasual Adult Learning Tutors who can bring learning to life for adults across Rutland. We are particularly interested in hearing from tutors with expertise in Functional Skills English and Digital Skills Courses.

This is a rewarding opportunity to use your subject expertise to inspire learners, build confidence, support skills development and improve opportunities for adults to achieve meaningful outcomes. You will join our team of tutors delivering high-quality, inclusive learning in welcoming community settings, including libraries and other local venues, taking learning directly into the heart of our communities.

About the Role

As an Adult Learning Tutor you will support learners before, during and after their course, helping them build confidence and progress in their learning. Key responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering well-structured adult learning sessions
• Supporting learners to achieve agreed learning outcomes and work towards qualifications
• Completing lesson plans, schemes of work, registers and learner records, including individual learning plans
• Creating inclusive learning opportunities for a diverse range of abilities and learning styles
• Contributing to course reviews, quality assurance and self-assessment activities.

Additional Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Costs for the DBS are covered by Rutland County Council.

Please note that you will need a full driving licence to enable you to travel across the county.

About You

We are looking for individuals who can:

• Communicate effectively with learners, staff and partners
• Bring an inclusive, positive approach
• Demonstrate recent successful involvement in teaching, learning or training within a subject/skill specialism.
• Provide high-quality teaching, support and information and advice to adult learners
• Plan effectively and use a range of teaching methods to meet different learner needs.
• Track progress and adapt their teaching supporting learners to achieve their goals.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of learning.
• Maintain accurate records and meet course administration requirements

Relevant Experience

To be successful in this role, candidates may have experience in one or more of the following areas or roles:

Further Education, Adult Learning, Tutoring, KS4/5 teaching experience in the subject.

Informal enquiries

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Charlotte Law, Learning Quality Assurance and Monitoring Manager at [e-mail]

Our benefits

• Competitive salary
• Term-time only
• Membership of the Teacher's Pension Scheme
• A strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance

For further information on the benefits of working for Rutland, please see our careers page:
Jobs and volunteering | Rutland County Council

Our Values

Our values - Passionate, Ambitious, Work Together, and Make a Difference - guide everything we do. We're looking for people who share these values and want to contribute to strong, supportive teams that deliver positive outcomes for our communities.