Foundation Teacher (Lifeskills)

Activate Learning; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education provider is seeking a passionate Foundation Tutor to join their Lifeskills faculty at the City of Oxford College. This is a permanent, full-time role where you will inspire and support 16-19 learners facing various educational challenges. You'll teach subjects like careers and wellness, and guide students in their transition back into education. With a commitment to nurturing young people, this role offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in their lives. Join a pioneering organization that values diversity and provides a supportive environment for both staff and students.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Health Cash Plan

Continuous Learning and Development

Tailored Induction Programs

Pension Schemes

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working Options

Competitive Salaries

On-Site Facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching and guiding young adults with diverse needs.
• Ability to inspire and support students in their educational journey.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of subjects at foundation level to 16-19 learners.
• Support learners facing barriers to education and help them develop skills.

Skills

Teaching GCSE English

Careers Guidance

Wellness Support

Education

Teaching Qualification

Industry Experience

Job description

About the role: Foundation Tutor

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring foundation teacher to join our Lifeskills faculty based in at our City of Oxford College campus. The Lifeskills team work to support learners who face barriers to education, including learners with special educational needs, asylum seekers and refugees, as well as those learners who need support with the transition back into education and/or building their skills and knowledge in preparation for their continued educational journey.

You'll be teaching 16-19 learners a range of subjects at foundation level, including careers, wellness and digital sessions together with vocational pathways sessions in Health & Childcare.

This post provides an excellent opportunity for a teacher with passion and drive who is committed to enabling our students to unlock their potential and switch on to the power of learning.

This is apermanent, full-time role based at City of Oxford College.

What do you need to be a successful Foundation Tutor at Activate Learning?

We are looking for people who can act as role models for our students and ensure that they leave us with not just their professional qualifications, but the attributes required to progress in the world of work. A genuine interest in working with and developing young people is a requirement.

Successful candidates will have experience in careers guidance, wellness, teaching GCSE English, and the ability to nurture and support young adults with a variety of needs.

Whilst previous teaching experience or qualification would be an advantage, it is not a requirement. As long as you have the industry experience and demonstrate the attributes to be an inspirational teacher, we can provide you with the necessary training, development and support to equip you to teach in the FE sector.

What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?

Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learnings mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.

In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.

Learn more about Teachers at Activate Learning

Who we are

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.

We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.

When you work for Activate Learning, you're working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.

Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.

Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing-and-benefits page

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.

Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.

Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.