Construction Tutor – Boscombe

SWRAC; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Private medical insurance

Casual dress

Health & wellbeing programme

Company events

On-site parking

Job summary

SWRAC is seeking a Construction Tutor in Bournemouth to deliver practical and classroom-based construction training to learners with a range of additional learning needs. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons that develop vocational skills and employability, helping learners prepare for further training, employment, and independent living.

You will create a safe, supportive learning environment and work with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, families, and external professionals to

Qualifications

• Experience in construction industry with carpentry, brickwork or related trades.
• Ability to motivate and engage learners with diverse needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organised and creative with team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course/training materials.
• Plan and deliver engaging construction lessons and practical activities.
• Support learners to achieve individual learning goals and accredited qualifications where appropriate.
• Develop learners’ practical skills, health and safety awareness, and employability skills.
• Track, monitor, and record learner progress.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet a variety of learning needs and abilities.
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, families, and external professionals.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies.
• Complete external paperwork as required in a timely manner.
• Maintain the quality of the learner programme to pass IQA and EQA criteria.
• Complete learner and delivery paperwork as required promptly.
• Deliver engaging sessions including wellbeing awareness.
• Attend business networking events to promote SWRAC activities.
• Work with the team to monitor ILP targets.

Skills

Construction industry

Motivate learners

Communication skills

Learner assessment

Education

Level 2 Maths & English

Job description

Company Overview

At SWRAC we support individuals to thrive through real‑life and relevant education programmes, empowering them to become independent, confident, and resilient.

Location

22 Sea Road, Bournemouth BH5 1DD

About The Role

As a Construction Tutor, you will deliver practical and classroom-based construction training to learners with a range of additional learning needs. You will plan and deliver engaging lessons that develop vocational skills and employability, helping learners prepare for further training, employment, and independent living. You will create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare course/training materials
• Plan and deliver engaging construction lessons and practical activities
• Support learners to achieve individual learning goals and accredited qualifications where appropriate
• Develop learners’ practical skills, health and safety awareness, and employability skills
• Track, monitor, and record learner progress
• Adapt teaching methods to meet a variety of learning needs and abilities
• Work collaboratively with Learning Support Assistants, therapists, families, and external professionals
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies
• Complete external paperwork as required in a timely manner
• Maintain the quality of the learner programme to a sufficient standard to pass IQA and EQA criteria
• Complete learner and delivery paperwork as required promptly
• Deliver engaging sessions including wellbeing awareness
• Attend business networking events to promote the activities of SWRAC
• Work closely with team members to ensure that ILP targets are monitored and reviewed
• Be aware of individual learners’ risk assessments and needs
• Encourage independence and self‑help skills wherever possible
• Undertake any other duties reasonably requested by management and appropriate to the role

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working within the construction industry (e.g. carpentry, joinery, brickwork, painting and decorating, maintenance, general construction, or a similar trade).
• Is passionate about supporting young people to achieve their goals.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can motivate and engage learners with a range of abilities and support needs.
• Is organised, creative, and able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Essential Requirements

• Relevant construction industry experience.
• Good literacy, numeracy, and IT skills (Level 2 Maths & English or equivalent).
• Understanding of health and safety requirements within a construction environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Desirable

• Teaching qualification (e.g. DTLLS, PGCE, Cert Ed, Award in Education and Training) or willingness to work toward one.
• Assessor or IQA qualification.
• Experience working with learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Experience delivering vocational qualifications.

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Private medical insurance
• Casual dress
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Company events
• On‑site parking

Equal Opportunities

SWRAC is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices reflect this dedication. All successful candidates will undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, along with other relevant employment screening. We are committed to ensuring genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and educational provider.