Childcare Tutor (Maternity Cover)

National Skills Agency; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Childcare Tutor for maternity cover in Ipswich. This full-time, permanent role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons, particularly for learners with learning differences. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in Childcare and experience in education. The position offers various benefits including annual leave, a pension scheme, and additional rewards for long service. A passion for helping young people achieve their goals is essential.

Benefits

20 days annual leave + 8 UK public holidays

Pension scheme

Bupa Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Travel reimbursement

Company tools

Recognition awards

Qualifications

• Must possess PTLLS/AET or equivalent qualification.
• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above are essential.
• Childcare Level 2 minimum is required.
• Experience with learners who have learning differences is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare engaging lessons for learners at Level 1.
• Maintain accurate records of learner progress and development.
• Organise trips and events to enhance learning experiences.
• Participate in team meetings and quality reviews.

Skills

Experience with learners who present learning differences

Creative lesson delivery

Education

PTLLS/AET or equivalent

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Childcare Level 2 minimum

Job description

Employment Details

* Role: Childcare Tutor (Maternity Cover)

* Location: Ipswich

* Hours: Option 1: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday, 1‑hour lunch. 37.5 per week

* Contract: Permanent, full‑time or term‑time

* Salary: Unqualified £25,000‑£27,000; Qualified £28,000‑£30,000

About Us

This is an exciting time to join the TCHC Group. Established in August 2004, TCHC has been delivering programmes that support young people to learn, achieve, and progress toward greater opportunities. Our client is committed to creating opportunities for all, operating ethically and considerately, and working collaboratively as a team to help individuals achieve their goals. TCHC is a Disability Confident employer.

Who We Are Looking For

Our client is seeking an inspiring Childcare Tutor at the Ipswich Education Centre to make a real difference in the lives of young people. The role involves planning, teaching, and monitoring learners’ progress, particularly supporting individuals with learning differences to build confidence and achieve positive outcomes.

Role Overview

The Childcare Tutor will plan and deliver high‑quality lessons and enrichment activities, ensuring learners meet assessment criteria and develop the skills needed for progression. The role includes creative and engaging delivery, managing learner behaviour, maintaining records, and supporting pastoral needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons at Level 1 for Childcare.
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans tailored to individual learners’ needs, including those with EHCPs.
• Track learner progress and maintain accurate records.
• Conduct 1:1 progress reviews and provide guidance to support development.
• Organise trips and events to enhance learning experiences.
• Participate in team meetings, quality reviews, and CPD.
• Uphold safeguarding, Prevent, and equal opportunity policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of client, staff, and stakeholder information.

Qualifications & Experience

• PTLLS/AET or equivalent (essential)
• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above (essential)
• Childcare Level 2 minimum (essential)
• Experience with learners who present learning differences (essential)
• Assessor qualification, SEN, or EHCP knowledge (desirable)

Safeguarding & Compliance

All staff must adhere to TCHC’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy. Safer recruitment checks, right‑to‑work verification, and enhanced DBS checks, including barred list, are mandatory.

Rewards & Benefits

• 20 days annual leave + 8 UK public holidays, with additional leave for long service and birthdays
• Christmas/New Year closure after 1 year of service
• Pension scheme, Bupa Cash Plan, and Employee Assistance Programme
• Travel reimbursement, company tools, and recognition awards

National Skills Agency Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy and is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.