Digital and Work Skills Senior Tutor

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk County Council is seeking a Digital and Work Skills Senior Tutor to join Realise Futures. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 teaching qualification and a passion for supporting and inspiring a team of Tutors, ensuring high-quality learning delivery and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Performance-related pay increase system

45p per mile expenses (first 10,000 miles)

Annual leave of 25 days plus bank holidays

Confidential counselling service 24/7

Cycle to Work scheme

Occupational pension scheme

Additional paid leave for birthdays

Additional wellbeing day

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance processes is essential.
• Willingness to achieve Assessors and Internal Verifiers Award.
• Ability to travel regularly for work is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support and motivate a caseload of Tutors.
• Lead on quality processes in education delivery.
• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Motivation

Communication

Quality Assurance

Education

Recognised teaching qualification at Level 5

Subject specific qualification at Level 3

Job description

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Job Description

• Realise Futures
• Address: Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 5NZ
• Salary: £31,000 per annum
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 0323

Realise Futures has a vacancy within our team for a Digital and Work Skills Senior Tutor.

We are seeking knowledgeable, passionate and resilient professionals who are driven to motivate, support and inspire a case load of Tutors in delivering innovative and consistently high-quality learning and resources. A key aspect of the role is quality assurance so the ability to follow and lead on quality processes whilst demonstrating best practice is essential.

In this role, a positive attitude and excellent communication skills are required to build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to support the recruitment of learners and co-ordination of courses.

A recognised teaching qualification at Level 5 or above and a subject specific qualification at Level 3 or above are essential as well as having attained, or willing to work towards, the achievement of the Assessors and Internal Verifiers Award.

The working base is flexible, but the ability to travel on a regular basis and having the flexibility to provide teaching cover where needed is expected.

This role is subject to a DBS check.

About us:

The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our
communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal & government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through three company departments, Learning Coaching and Advice, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.

As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have a declared disability. Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;

• Flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)
• Performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process
• 45p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)
• Appreciation Award if successfully nominated, £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team
• Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM
• 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays)
• Additional day of paid leave around your birthday
• Additional paid wellbeing day
• 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years of service
• An additional day's paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures
• Disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence
• A confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family
• Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Occupational pension scheme

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf).

Please contact Henry Smith by calling 07731112143 for an informal discussion.

How to apply

To apply, please complete an online application form by visiting our website.

If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the application form,
please email [e-mail].

Please note that internal candidates will be given preference for redeployment opportunities.

Closing date: 5pm, 30 July 2025.

Interview date: 5 August 2025.

Please ensure you are available on these dates prior to applying

Realise Futures CIC

A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements, employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in three divisions, Learning and Development, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential. Realise Futures: Enhancing People's Lives.

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