Specialist Tutor

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); West Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A community education service in the West Midlands seeks two full-time specialist tutors to teach employability and well-being courses. Ideal candidates will have a Level 4 teaching qualification and a track record of supporting adult learners. The role entails planning multiple courses and requires excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility to work evenings and weekends, and a passion for education. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Employee discounts

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience teaching adults 19 years and older.
• Ability to create and manage bespoke learning programs.
• Experience working with diverse adult learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver multiple courses throughout the year.
• Conduct 1-1 catch-ups and monitor learner progress.
• Work evenings and Saturdays as required.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Curriculum planning

Digital literacy support

Education

Level 4 Qualification in the Teaching of Adults

Level 3 Subject Specialism

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

Sandwell Adult and Family Learning Service has an exciting opportunity for 2 full-time specialist tutors who have experience teaching in Employability and Well-being.

We are looking for 2 experienced tutors who are able to deliver exceptional quality to support people back into work. The full-time posts will require inspiring tutors who have extensive knowledge of delivering all aspects of employability.

They will teach to members of the public who have been unsuccessful in obtaining employment for a long period of time, they will require patience, understanding and the ability to plan programmes that run across multiple subject areas. They must have the ability to create exciting programmes that will develop and support learners who have limited or no digital ability and the successful candidates will be able to plan bespoke programmes and resources to support individuals.

The specialist teaching roles are essential to meet the growing demands of our diverse community. You will need excellent interpersonal and organisational skills and a commitment to strive for outstanding quality of teaching and assessment.

Responsibilities

The programmes will be planned and delivered at multiple points throughout the year, at any point you will have multiple courses starting and overlapping so the ability to multitask and remain organised is paramount. You will work with multiple agencies to ensure the best possible service and outcomes are obtained for the learners.

Learners will each be offered 1-1 catch ups, that will be carried out and recorded by the successful candidates. You will be responsible for recruiting learners and monitoring their progress.

You will be required to work some evenings to meet the needs of the community. Saturdays are required at various points throughout the year e.g. during October when we take part in the national Family Learning Festival.

Requirements

Sandwell Adult and Family learning would welcome applicants who have a proven record of experience in the delivery of courses to adults 19 years and above in both skills qualifications and tailored learning for a minimum of 2 years.

• The successful applicant will be required to hold a minimum Level 4 Qualification in the Teaching of Adults
• Level 3 Subject Specialism – a variety of subjects will be considered
• Level 2 English and Maths - minimum

What We Offer

The posts offer a competitive salary and a full package of benefits from SMBC, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement, with additional entitlement granted to employees who complete 5 years continuous service with Sandwell or other local authorities.
• Access to our Employee Benefits portal which includes discounts on a number of retail locations, gym membership, cinemas and more.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and bikes.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Successful candidates will need to complete an enhanced DBS application and a KCSIE check will be required for this post.

Hours: 37 Hours per week

Interviews will take place on 21st November 2025

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.