Overview
SESSIONAL SPANISH TUTOR - Salary - £20-54 - £31.71 per hour (dependent upon course length, course level and teaching qualification status) - 12 months Fixed Term
Havering Adult College
About Us
Havering Adult College exists to provide high quality learning opportunities for those living in and around the London Borough of Havering, to support them to reconnect with education. Havering Adult College values diversity and, as a leader in lifelong learning, will work to ensure there is equality of opportunity for all. We offer a range of courses that will nurture and develop a wider set of skills that can empower residents and other customers to grow as individuals, keep their minds and bodies active, challenge preconceptions, and support the ethos of lifelong learning.
The Job
The role includes teaching from non-accredited and up to Level 2 in Spanish courses. Courses are delivered during the day and evenings, in-house.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver teaching and learning that meets the individual needs of the learners and help them develop their skills, knowledge, and understanding.
- Assess and provide meaningful and developmental feedback to learners as required.
- Deliver Pre Course Interviews to ensure learners are enrolled in the right class at the right level where necessary.
- Ensure assessment records are kept up-to-date and targets are met.
- Take initiative and the ability to research, produce, and use teaching resources to maintain high standards of learning in different environments including the use of e-learning. Develop and use new methods of teaching and learning to engage and motivate learners.
- Understanding of Equality and Diversity and safeguarding requirements under the Safeguarding of Children & Vulnerable Adults regulations.
- Travel to and from delivery centres as required.
About You / Qualifications
- Some experience of teaching or training
- A level 3 vocational qualification or above in Spanish
- Level 4 teaching qualification or willingness to achieve (free CPD training)
- GCSE A*-C English and Mathematics or equivalent
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing workload
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- You will be required to teach at college locations
Rewards and Benefits
- Teaching rate £20-54 - £31.71 per hour (dependent upon course length, course level and teaching qualification status)
- Professional development opportunities: Level 3 Award in Education and Training; Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training; Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement; Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
- Havering Rewards: saving on brands, discounted shopping cards and vouchers
How to Apply
- Answer all sections fully and evidence how you meet the competencies for the post.
- Reference relevant qualifications and experience in teaching adults.
- Provide referees who can comment on your teaching abilities or professional competency.
- Do not attach a CV as this will not be considered.
- All applications must be made online. Closing date: 21 October 2025. Interviews week commencing 27 October 2025.
- For help with online application, contact the Recruitment Helpdesk on 01708 432770.
- Contact Matthew Hughes at matthew.hughes@havering.gov.uk with any questions about the post.
- Please view Job Profile here.
Additional Information
- The London Borough of Havering is a Disability Confident employer. Candidates declaring a disability and meeting essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
- Priority consideration for redeployees.
- The London Borough of Havering is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups; staff and volunteers share this commitment.
- A Disclosure and Barring Scheme (DBS) check will be required for positions with access to these groups under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Basic Disclosure Scotland may be requested as per BPSS; some posts require a Basic Disclosure.