Community Learning & Skills Tutor (Employability/Digital) - WMF2434e

Westmorland and Furness Council; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council is seeking a tutor to deliver Employability and Health and Care courses to adult learners in Carlisle. The role involves teaching accredited qualifications and providing pathways for learners to progress. Ideal candidates will have a teaching qualification (or be willing to obtain one) and experience in education. The position offers a chance to make a real difference, with various benefits including a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Various perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with adult learners.
• Willingness to complete a qualification within 12 months.
• Ability to adapt to varying class conditions.

Responsibilities

• Teach Employability and Health and Care/Wellbeing courses.
• Deliver accredited qualifications and non-accredited classes.
• Provide engaging learning experiences.

Skills

Teaching experience

Ability to communicate effectively

Flexibility

Education

Teaching qualification

Assessor qualification (advantage)

Job description

We require a tutor to teach Employability and Health and Care/Wellbeing courses to adult learners in Carlisle and the surrounding area. We offer an extensive range of courses to the communities of Carlisle, and the right candidate will offer interesting and engagingprovision to support the growth of the Service. The role will involve delivering accredited qualifications particularly in areas such as Mental Health Awareness, Resilience and Grit, and Employability. The qualifications offered include a range of short Awards at Entry Level, and Certificates at Levels 1 and 2. The successful applicant will also deliver non-accredited classes to provide pathways for learners to progress to studying formal qualifications. An Assessor qualification would be an advantage, and a teaching qualification is essential (or a willingness to complete a qualification within 12 months of starting employment).

The role will require someone with the ability to adapt quickly and work flexibly to meet local and emerging needs. The candidate will be provided with curriculum support and guidance by an Advanced Practitioner.

Who we are looking for…

The successful candidate will be experienced, highly motivated, enthusiastic, confident and able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, with a willingness to work flexibly across different locations to meet growing demand and with varied groups of learners, many of whom have significant challenges in their everyday lives. Teaching hours will be varied and are dependent on demand; it is likely you will need to be available for classes during day and evening hours.

This is an opportunity to really make a difference to people`s lives and will be hugely rewarding to the right candidate.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact [e-mail]

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 30th November 2025

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.