Sen Teacher

National Skills Agency; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Dunstable is seeking a passionate Vocational Tutor to teach Business and Retail. In this role, you will support learners, adapting teaching materials to meet individual needs while promoting a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Ideal candidates will have teaching qualifications, including PTLLS/AET, and experience in Business and Retail education. Join us in enabling young people to progress towards greater opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Business and Retail is essential.
• Experience in employability coaching advantageous.
• Assessor qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and teach Business & Retail to young learners.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness and provide feedback.
• Promote a safe and respectful learning environment.

Skills

Adaptability

Assessment skills

Communication

Teaching

Education

Qualified to PTLLS/AET or equivalent

GCSE in English and maths at grade C/4 or above

Qualified to DTLLS/Cert Ed/PGCE or equivalent

Job description

Our client is looking for a passionate individual who can support our learners through the lesson and is looking for a career progression in education, working with some of the hardest-to-reach young people, enabling them to progress to greater opportunities.

As a Vocational Tutor, you will be required to plan, prepare, and teach Business & Retail from entry level up to level 2 for the young people within the Study Programme, as agreed with the Centre Manager and quality team. Carry out the administrative and tracking tasks required. Provide appropriate feedback and support where necessary and create an appropriate and welcoming atmosphere for learners.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Prepare/adapt an appropriate range of teaching materials.
• Identify/assess the needs of learners and, if necessary, adapt course content and delivery style to meet these needs.
• Deal appropriately with individual learner support needs, using the appropriate forms and recording the required evidence as per the guidelines provided.
• Comply with the policy on Safeguarding and Prevent so that all learners are taught in a safe environment and are made aware of the Prevent strategy.
• Comply with policy on Equality and Diversity so that all learners are treated with respect and dignity in an environment in which a diversity of backgrounds and experiences is valued. Deal with any harassment or discrimination issues that arise.
• Discuss Learning Outcomes and moderation requirements with learners as the course proceeds.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of learning. Assess learners' work in a timely manner using a range of assessment methods. Keep records of learners' progress and ensure learners are given feedback on their progress.
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding (including Prevent) the welfare of all learners for whom you have responsibility or with whom you come into contact and adhere to Safeguarding and Prevent policies.
• Offer advice on further learning and progression opportunities to learners as required.

Qualifications

• Qualified to DTLLS/Cert Ed/PGCE or equivalent (desirable)
• Qualified to PTLLS/AET or equivalent (essential)
• GCSE or equivalent in English and maths at grade C/4 or above (essential)
• Business and Retail (experience and qualifications are essential)
• Employability (experience is essential)
• Assessor qualification (desirable)