Horticulture Study Programme Tutor

Central YMCA; Oldham, Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization is seeking a Horticulture Tutor to deliver high-quality teaching across partnership sites in Stockport and Oldham. The role requires a passionate individual with teaching qualifications and horticulture expertise, responsible for managing learners' educational journeys in Practical Horticulture Skills. An emphasis is placed on engaging and inspiring the youth, providing both subject-specific learning and support in employability skills.

Benefits

27 days annual leave + 3 over Christmas

Extra leave for birthday, mental health, and volunteering

4% Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people.
• Passion for teaching and training.
• Ability to use initiative and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver teaching in Horticulture.
• Evaluate learning and teaching impact.
• Provide pastoral and tutorial support.
• Manage the learning journey of students.

Skills

Teaching and assessment skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Knowledge in Horticulture

Strong sense of purpose

Ability to plan and deliver lessons

Education

PGCE/Certificate in Education or Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

Qualified to a minimum level 3 in Horticulture

Job description

About Us:
Central YMCA is transforming. This is an exciting time to join us as we look forward toward growth and progression and focus on our purpose to advance the education, health and wellbeing of our communities. We want to create improved access to life-changing opportunities and enable everyone to achieve their potential, live a fulfilled life and contribute positively to society.

What we offer:
27 days annual leave + 3 annual leave days over Christmas + bank holidays
Extra annual paid leave for your birthday, a mental health day, and up to 5 volunteering days.
4% Contributory Pension Scheme
Life Insurance
Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a wide range of free and confidential services for youand your immediate family (including counselling sessions)
Employee Discount Scheme

About You:
The Horticulture Tutor role would perfectly suit someone who has experience of working with young people or who is looking to share their knowledge and experiences with the next generation in order to support them to achieve their life goals.

Possessing teaching and assessing qualifications, you must be able to work both independently and as part of a wider team. A strong sense of purpose and a passion for teaching and training is a must, along with the ability to use your initiative and work to set deadlines.

You will also be able to:

· Plan and deliver diverse and innovative teaching, learning and assessment opportunities to achieve the highest academic standards and learning opportunities for learners (including functional skills maths and English).

· Ensure learning, teaching and assessment programmes take account of the latest developments in subjects taught and evaluate their impact on learner progress and success, ensuring that appropriate use is made of ICT.

· Provide pastoral and tutorial support within the framework of support designed by the organisation to support individual learner support, progress and achievement.

You will also have:

· PGCE/Certificate in Education or Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training

· Qualified to a minimum level 3 in Horticulture.

About the Role:
We are delighted to offer a full-time opportunity for a Study Programme Tutor in Horticulture, working across our partnership sites in Stockport and Oldham, as we expand our horticulture provision.

This is a rewarding and dynamic role for an individual who is passionate about engaging and inspiring young people. As a Horticulture Tutor, you will be part of a committed and professional team delivering high-quality programmes that motivate learners to develop their skills, gain recognised qualifications, and progress into meaningful careers.

You will be responsible for managing the learning journey of your students from initial interview and assessment through to successful achievement of a Level 1 or Level 2 qualification in Practical Horticulture Skills, with a focus on sports ground maintenance. Your teaching will be practical, hands-on, and tailored to meet the needs of a diverse cohort of learners, supporting them to gain confidence, competence, and a sense of direction.

Alongside subject-specific learning, you will contribute to the development of learners’ employability and social skills, and support those who require it to achieve qualifications in English and maths up to GCSE level, with delivery supported by our in-house specialist team.

This role also involves working in close partnership with our host clubs on a day-to-day basis, maintaining strong lines of communication and ensuring collaborative working throughout the academic year.

If you're ready to be part of an innovative team making a positive impact on young people's futures, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘apply now’ to register your interest and take the next step in your career.



Safeguarding responsibilities: This role will involve daily contact with learners, and you will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All staff have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and/or vulnerable adults for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact. The Charity’s Safeguarding Policy is available from Central YMCA website.
Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure, teacher prohibition check, the receipt of satisfactory references, overseas check (if applicable), relevant original ID documentation and examination certificates.
Regulated activity: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Charity is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children. Should you be shortlisted, you will be required to complete a disclosure form prior to interview.
Please note: Candidates with overseas experience exceeding three months within the past ten years will be required to provide criminal background checks or certificates of good conduct from the relevant jurisdictions, in English or with certified translations.