Hourly Paid Digital and IT Tutor

OnlyFE; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Digital and IT Tutor to plan and deliver IT courses. The role involves curriculum development and collaboration with staff to ensure a high-quality learner experience. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in IT and a teaching qualification, along with effective communication and IT skills. Join a team committed to social justice and sustainability.

Benefits

Free Parking

Free Lunch

Free Hot Drinks

Generous Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Health Cash Plan

NUS Discount Cards

Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum development and delivering IT courses.
• Awareness of Functional Skills strategies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Planning and delivering IT courses across various levels.
• Collaborating with staff to enhance learner experience.

Skills

Communication

IT Skills

Education

Degree in IT

Recognized Teaching Qualification

Job description

Job Description

Hourly Paid Digital and IT Tutor

Salary: Scale 6-7, currently £33,476 to £37,659 per annum, pro rata - £23.18 to £26.07 per teaching hour; £17.17 to £19.31 non-teaching rate.

Benefits: include free parking, free lunch, free hot drinks, generous annual leave, pension scheme, health cash plan, NUS discount cards, and access to 6 acres of beautiful grounds.

Fircroft is a residential college located in Selly Oak, Birmingham, set in six acres of grounds. Founded over a century ago to provide educational opportunities for disadvantaged and excluded members of society, its mission of ‘social justice’ remains highly relevant today.

The college is recognized for its ambition, values, and awards, including a 'Gold' level rating from Investors In People in 2021. It is committed to climate change and sustainability, being the first college to declare a climate change emergency. Joining our team offers a unique opportunity to contribute to these vital areas.

We are seeking to appoint a Digital and IT Tutor responsible for planning and delivering the college’s IT courses across various levels. The role involves curriculum development and collaboration with staff to ensure a high-quality learner experience from assessment to progression.

Requirements include an appropriate degree or professional qualification in IT, a recognized teaching qualification, and preferably awareness of Functional Skills strategies and qualifications. Effective communication, administrative, and IT skills are essential.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be self-managed, and possess a strong work ethic, positive outlook, and a ‘can do’ attitude. They should be a dedicated and reliable team player.

If you meet these criteria, please apply by pressing the 'apply' button. We will send an application form and equal opportunities form for you to complete and return by the closing date.

Closing date for applications: 5 June 2025 (Note: the college reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier if sufficient applications are received.)

Interviews will be held: week commencing TBC

This college is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding, and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. All staff are required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check prior to employment.

In 2021, we affiliated with the Black FE Leadership Group and welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.