Relief Community Learning Tutor - ORK09210

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Kirkwall is seeking Community Learning Tutors to deliver informal courses in community settings. Tutors will inspire learners through subjects like Creative Writing and Photography. Applicants must have expertise in their field and prior teaching experience is desirable. Flexible hours are offered, accommodating daytime, evening, or weekend classes, with travel required between locations in Orkney.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching is desirable.
• High level of expertise in chosen field required.
• Ability to travel between locations within Orkney.

Responsibilities

• Offer non-certificated informal courses in community settings.
• Inspire and motivate a diverse range of learners.
• Be available for community-based sessions at flexible times.

Skills

Creative teaching

Subject expertise

Motivational skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in the subject matter

Job description

Advert

EDUCATION, LEISURE AND HOUSING

Various Locations

Community Learning Tutor

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£16.71 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

Do you have a skill or a hobby you would like to share with Others? We are looking to recruit experienced sessional tutors willing to offer non-certificated informal courses in community settings all around Orkney, to further complement our current Community Learning provision. We are looking for innovative and creative tutors who can inspire and motivate a diverse range of learners.

Classes we have offered in the past include:

• Straw Work
• Creative Writing
• Shiatsu
• Flower Arranging
• Photography

Candidates must have a high level of expertise in their chosen field and an in-depth knowledge of the subject they wish to offer to offer. Experience of teaching and relevant qualifications in the subject matter are desirable. Applicants must be available to deliver community-based provision at times to suit learner needs, which may include daytime, evening or weekend classes.

You should be able to travel efficiently and effectively between work locations within Orkney to meet the operational requirements of the Service.

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Walter Gorman, Team Manager (Adult and Family Learning), on 01856 873535 extension 2423 or email walter.gorman@

The recruitment for this post is on-going