Study Programme Tutor - Childcare Tutor

Central YMCA; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,300 - 29,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Volunteer days

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to Work

EAP services

Job summary

Central YMCA in Leeds is recruiting a full-time Childcare Tutor to deliver high-quality practical learning to post-16 learners studying Childcare qualifications at Levels 1 and 2. You will guide learners from initial interviews and assessments through to completion and accreditation, building industry knowledge, employability skills and progression routes.

You will also support English and Maths learning, work with specialist teams, and uphold EIF teaching standards to ensure excellent learner

Qualifications

• PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Recent experience in early years, childcare or education.
• Sound safeguarding knowledge and child welfare understanding.

Responsibilities

• Deliver childcare teaching and assessment.
• Teach Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications.
• Support learners' employability and personal development.
• Support delivery of English and Maths with specialist help.
• Track learner progress and maintain records.
• Provide pastoral and tutorial support.
• Embed ICT and digital learning tools.
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.

Skills

Teaching

Organisational skills

IT systems

Record keeping

Learning progression

EIF awareness

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Type: Permanent/Full Time. Hours per week: 40. Location: Leeds. Salary Range: £27,000.

About You

You will:

• Be passionate about teaching, training, and learner success.
• Work confidently both independently and as part of a team.
• Be organised, proactive, and able to meet deadlines.
• Be motivated to support young people to achieve positive life outcomes.
• Be confident in using a range of IT systems and educational technologies to monitor learner progress, maintain records and support effective delivery.
• Be able to manage administrative responsibilities effectively, maintaining accurate learner records, monitoring progress and completing documentation in a timely manner.
• Have experience of working within the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework, with an understanding of inspection requirements and experience of supporting or participating in Ofsted inspections being advantageous.

Essential Requirements

• PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Recent and relevant industry experience working with children in an early years, childcare, or educational setting.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable

• GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above, Functional Skills Level 2, or an equivalent qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience of teaching or training learners aged 16–19 within a further education or vocational setting.
• Experience of supporting learners with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and adapting teaching to meet individual learning needs.
• Knowledge of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework and inspection requirements.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Childcare Tutor to join our expanding provision at our Leeds 2 centre. This is a rewarding full‑time Childcare Study Programme Tutor role, delivering high‑quality, practical learning to post‑16 learners studying Childcare qualifications at Levels 1 and 2.

You will manage learners’ journeys from initial interview and assessment through to successful completion and accreditation, delivering engaging teaching that builds industry knowledge, employability skills, confidence and progression routes into further education, apprenticeships or employment.

Alongside vocational delivery, you will support learners to achieve English and Maths (Functional Skills or GCSE), working with specialist teams, and uphold the highest standards of teaching in line with the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Childcare teaching and assessment.
• Teach Level 1 and/or Level 2 qualifications.
• Support learners’ employability, social skills and personal development.
• Support delivery of English and Maths (with specialist support).
• Track learner progress and maintain accurate records.
• Provide pastoral and tutorial support.
• Embed ICT and digital learning tools.
• Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.

Our Commitment to Equality

Central YMCA is open to applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to equity, acceptance, and inclusion, and provide everyone who works with us the opportunity to reach their potential. Our doors are open to all and if you connect with our mission, vision, and values, we welcome you to come and be part of our team.

What we offer

• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Extra annual paid leave for your birthday, a mental health day, and up to 5 volunteering days.
• 4% Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Life Insurance.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a wide range of free and confidential wellbeing services for you and your immediate family (including counselling sessions).
• Charity Employee Discount Scheme.