Programme Tutor - GCSE English

onlyFE; Oldham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension contributions

Free counselling and wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Paid special leave

Training and development opportunities

Free breakfast Fridays

On-site facilities including canteens

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Oldham College is seeking a Programme Tutor - GCSE English to support effective delivery of college services and priorities. Plan and deliver high-quality English lessons, monitor progress, and provide constructive feedback to learners in a diverse FE setting.

You will adapt teaching to meet needs, contribute to quality assurance, and work in line with safeguarding and equality commitments. Applications reviewed with emphasis on capability and suitability.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher or working towards teaching qualification.
• Experience delivering teaching in a further education environment.
• Strong communication skills to engage learners.
• Ability to differentiate teaching to meet diverse learner needs.
• Organised and proactive with ability to track progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons in line with curriculum and awarding body requirements.
• Monitor student progress, attendance, and achievement, taking action to address concerns.
• Provide clear targets and timely, constructive feedback to support learner development.
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with SEND.
• Contribute to quality assurance processes, including standardisation and continuous improvement activities.
• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments.

Skills

Qualified teacher

English background

Teaching experience FE

Strong communication

Differentiate teaching

Organised and proactive

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

Overview

Oldham College is a large further education provider in Greater Manchester. The College collaborates with local employers, universities, and community partners to deliver education and training. Every role contributes to helping people achieve their potential.

Role

Programme Tutor - GCSE English to support the effective delivery of College services and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons in line with curriculum and awarding body requirements
• Monitor student progress, attendance, and achievement, taking action to address concerns
• Provide clear targets and timely, constructive feedback to support learner development
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with SEND
• Contribute to quality assurance processes, including standardisation and continuous improvement activities
• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments

Skills and Experience

• Qualified teacher (or working towards) with a strong English subject background
• Experience delivering teaching in a learning environment, ideally within Further Education
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire learners
• Ability to differentiate teaching to support a range of learner needs
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to track progress and maintain accurate records

Benefits

• 54 days’ holiday, including 35 bookable days plus bank holidays, efficiency days, and Christmas closure
• Pension contributions of 26.48%
• Free counselling and wellbeing support
• Retail discounts through our benefits platform
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Paid special leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Free breakfast Fridays
• On-site facilities including canteens and a day nursery
• Free parking and electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

Inclusion and Safeguarding

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, and military families. Flexible working options may be available depending on the role. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an enhanced DBS check, DfE barred list check, online searches, and references. It is a criminal offence under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 to apply for regulated activity roles if barred from working with children or vulnerable adults.

AI in Applications

The College recognises that candidates may use AI tools to support their application. If you do use AI, please ensure the information reflects your own skills, experience, and achievements. You may be asked to discuss your application during the recruitment process.

How to Apply

Please review the job description and person specification and submit your application by the closing date.