Study Programme Tutor - Occupational Studies

Central YMCA; Stockport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave pro-rata

Bank holidays

4% Contributory Pension Scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Volunteer days

Job summary

Central YMCA is seeking an Occupational Studies Study Programme Tutor to deliver engaging vocational learning to post-16 learners. The role is based in Stockport and involves delivering Level 1–2 vocational content at partner sites (Cheadle Town Football Club and Reddish North End Football Club) with a 2/3 day split between sites.

You will support learners from initial assessment to completion, including Functional Skills/GCSE English and Maths, and will work within a supportive team delivering

Qualifications

• A PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification is required.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant vocational subject, ideally within Sport or Fitness.
• Experience of teaching English and Maths up to Level 2.
• Experience of delivering engaging learning to young people within a Further Education or post-16 setting.
• Ability to build positive relationships, motivate learners and adapt teaching to meet diverse needs.
• Strong classroom management, communication, organisational and digital skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding, learner wellbeing and delivering high-quality education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver employability, vocational and skills-based teaching to post-16 learners.
• Teach Entry Level to Level 2 Functional Skills and/or GCSE English & Maths.
• Embed work readiness, behaviour, and social skills into lessons.
• Monitor learner progress and set individual learning targets.
• Organise and support assessments, coursework, and examinations.
• Provide pastoral and tutorial support to learners.
• Maintain accurate learner records using ICT and tracking systems.
• Build effective links with apprenticeship tutors and external organisations.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Digital skills

Safeguarding awareness

Learner motivation

Education

PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification

Level 3 qualification in sport/fitness or relevant vocational subject

Tools

None

Job description

Central YMCA is the world's first YMCA and a national charity with a proud heritage of creating opportunities for people to thrive. Today, we are dedicated to transforming lives through education, skills and employability, helping young people and adults gain the confidence, qualifications and experience they need to build brighter futures.

As an independent training provider, we deliver high-quality study programmes, apprenticeships and vocational training in partnership with employers, equipping learners with the skills and knowledge to succeed in work while supporting employers to develop a skilled workforce.

Everything we do is driven by our charitable purpose. We work to break down barriers to learning, raise aspirations and create opportunities for individuals, while delivering high-quality, sustainable programmes that make a lasting difference to learners, employers and the communities we serve.

If you're passionate about creating opportunities through education and want to make a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

• Dedicated weekly administration day with the opportunity to work remotely.
• Smaller class sizes, enabling you to build positive relationships with learners and provide personalised support.
• A supportive and collaborative curriculum team that values innovation and wellbeing.
• Access to funded professional development.
• Generous annual leave, plus access to a range of employee wellbeing benefits.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's futures through high-quality vocational education.

What we offer

• 30 days annual leave pro-rata + 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 services for youand your immediate family (including counselling sessions)
• Charity Employee Discount Scheme

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 alland if you connect with ourmission, vision, and values , we welcome you to come and be part of our team.

Vacancy Type Permanent/Full Time Hours per week 40 hours per week Location Stockport Salary Range £27,000 per annum

About Us

Central YMCA is the world's first YMCA and a national charity with a proud heritage of creating opportunities for people to thrive. Today, we are dedicated to transforming lives through education, skills and employability, helping young people and adults gain the confidence, qualifications and experience they need to build brighter futures.

As an independent training provider, we deliver high-quality study programmes, apprenticeships and vocational training in partnership with employers, equipping learners with the skills and knowledge to succeed in work while supporting employers to develop a skilled workforce.

Everything we do is driven by our charitable purpose. We work to break down barriers to learning, raise aspirations and create opportunities for individuals, while delivering high-quality, sustainable programmes that make a lasting difference to learners, employers and the communities we serve.

If you're passionate about creating opportunities through education and want to make a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join Central YMCA?

• Dedicated weekly administration day with the opportunity to work remotely.
• Smaller class sizes, enabling you to build positive relationships with learners and provide personalised support.
• A supportive and collaborative curriculum team that values innovation and wellbeing.
• Access to funded professional development.
• Generous annual leave, plus access to a range of employee wellbeing benefits.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people's futures through high-quality vocational education.

What we offer

• 30 days annual leave pro-rata + 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 services for youand your immediate family (including counselling sessions)
• Charity Employee Discount Scheme

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 alland if you connect with ourmission, vision, and values , we welcome you to come and be part of our team.

About You

You're passionate about helping young people develop the skills, confidence and resilience they need to succeed in education, employment and life. Whether you're an experiencedTutor, Further Education Lecturer or vocational trainer, you'll be committed to creating engaging learning experiences that inspire learners to achieve their goals.

You will have:

• A PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant vocational subject, ideally within Sport or Fitness.
• Experience of teaching English and Maths up to Level 2.
• Experience of delivering engaging learning to young people within a Further Education or post-16 setting.
• The ability to build positive relationships, motivate learners and adapt your teaching to meet a range of learning needs.
• Strong classroom management, communication, organisational and digital skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding, learner wellbeing and delivering high-quality education that supports positive progression.

About the Role

As an Occupational StudiesStudy Programme Tutor, you will be responsible for delivering engaging and practical learning experiences to young people at our partner sites based at Cheadle TownFootball Club and Reddish North End Football Club - both based in the Stockport area. This is a split role working 2/3 days per week from each site.

You will support learners from initial assessment through to successful completion, helping them build a variety of skills, confidence, and recognised qualifications. Delivery will includeLevel 1 vocationalprogrammes in Occupational Studies. This is a vocational qualification designed to support young people explore different career options, gain experience and build the knowledge andskills needed to support progression to next steps. Included in the delivery isFunctional Skills and/or GCSE English and Maths up to Level 2.

This role combines classroom teaching, employability and vocational skills development, and pastoral support, preparing learners for progression into employment, apprenticeships, or further education. You will also work closely with apprenticeship teams and external partners to support positive learner outcomes.

As many of our young people onprogrammes based atfootball clubshave a keen interest in football and sport, the vocational content delivered often, although not exclusively, reflects this in the units the learners will study - for example, Take Part in a Sport and Planning a Fitness Programme. Due to this, a keen interest/qualification in either sport, football or fitness would be advantageousfor this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver employability, vocational and skills-based teaching to post-16 learners
• Teach Entry Level to Level 2 Functional Skills and/or GCSE English & maths
• Embed work readiness, behaviour, and social skills into lessons
• Monitor learner progress and set individual learning targets
• Organise and support assessments, coursework, and examinations
• Provide pastoral and tutorial support to learners
• Maintain accurate learner records using ICT and tracking systems
• Build effective links with apprenticeship tutors and external organisations

People are at the heart of everything we do. If you're passionate about creating opportunities through education and want to be part of an organisation where your work makes a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Reasonable adjustments: Central YMCA is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you are shortlisted for interview and require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please let the Hiring Manager know when you are invited to interview. This will help us put appropriate arrangements in place to ensure you can participate fully in the selection process.

Safeguarding responsibilities: This role will involve daily contact with learners, and you will be engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All staff have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people, and/or vulnerable adults for whom you are responsible and with whom you come into contact. The Charity’s Safeguarding Policy is available fromCentral YMCA website.

Regulated activity: Thispost is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Charity is therefore permitted to ask shortlisted applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children. Should you be shortlisted, you will be required to complete a disclosure form prior to interview.

Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of our pre-employment checks. These include an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, a satisfactory prohibition from teaching check (where applicable), verification of your right to work and identity, and original qualification certificates relevant to the role.

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