Further Education (FE) Tutor

Go Construct; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A training organization is seeking a Further Education (FE) tutor to plan lessons and support students in various settings, including colleges and community centers. Candidates must have relevant teaching qualifications and experience in construction. Salary ranges from £29,000 for newly trained tutors to £48,500 for those with experience. This position offers valuable opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must possess a relevant teaching qualification.
• Experience in construction or a related field is essential.
• Ability to assess and monitor student progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare lessons and teaching materials.
• Assess and monitor student progress.
• Support students as a personal tutor.

Skills

Prior experience in an area of construction

Excellent verbal communication skills

Knowledge of teaching

Sensitivity and understanding

Working well with others

Education

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Level 5 higher apprenticeship in Learning and Skills Teaching

Postgraduate Certificate in Further Education and Training

Job description

What does a Further Education (FE) tutor do?

Responsibilities

• Based in colleges, community centres, work‑based learning centres, the armed forces or prisons.
• Plan and prepare lessons, lectures and seminars.
• Carry out administrative tasks such as monitoring and assessing students.
• May teach full‑time, part‑time (day or evening) or day release courses.
• Setting and marking assessments.
• Developing new courses and teaching materials.
• Keeping records and other administrative tasks.
• Going to meetings, professional development courses and workshops.
• Interviewing prospective students.
• Acting as a personal tutor – supporting students and helping with problems.
• Supervising more junior members of staff.
• Being actively involved in regulatory inspections and external assessments.

How to become an FE tutor

There are several routes to becoming an FE tutor. You could do a university or college course, an apprenticeship, or apply directly to an employer for work. Explore these routes to find the right one for you. Although some options have qualification requirements, many employers value enthusiasm, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow instructions.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training.
• Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training with a specialist pathway for teaching literacy, numeracy, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), or teaching disabled learners.
• Level 5 higher apprenticeship in Learning and Skills Teaching.
• Postgraduate Certificate in Post Compulsory Education and Training.
• Postgraduate Certificate in Further Education and Training.
• Level 8 Diploma in Education and Training.
• Level 8 Diploma in Education and Training with a specialist pathway for teaching literacy, numeracy, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), or teaching disabled learners.
• Level 8 higher apprenticeship in Learning and Skills Teaching.
• To teach an academic qualification like an A level, you’ll usually need a degree in the subject.

Skills

• Prior experience in an area of construction, e.g. joinery, plumbing or electrical installation.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of teaching.
• Sensitivity and understanding.
• Working well with others.

Salary

• Newly trained FE tutor can start at £29,000.
• Trained with experience FE tutor can earn up to £48,500.

Salary depends on location, employer, level of responsibility, any overtime you may do, and whether you have completed an industry recognised training route.