Tutor/Assessor

Wakefield Council; Wrenthorpe; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Training opportunities

LGPS pension

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Wakefield Council is seeking a committed ESOL tutor to deliver adult learning programmes in ESOL across accredited and non-accredited pathways. The role covers planning lessons, developing schemes of work, and maintaining learner records within Wakefield Adult Education Service.

The successful candidate will have Level 4/5 teaching qualifications and Level 2 English/Maths, with proven ESOL teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Level 4/5 teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE or DTLLS) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Level 2 in English/Maths.
• Proven experience of planning and delivery teaching and assessment practice.
• Previous experience of teaching ESOL is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality ESOL teaching across accredited and non-accredited provision, supporting learners to achieve their goals and progress to further learning opportunities.
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and appropriately challenging lessons that meet the needs of learners at all levels.
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work, lesson plans and learning resources that meet curriculum, accreditation and RARPAP requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date learner records and documentation.

Skills

Teaching/training

Lesson planning

Assessment practice

ESOL experience

Education

Level 4/5 teaching qualification

Level 2 English/Maths

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference to our citizens and the district that they reside in? Then, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team. We are seeking a committed and passionate tutor to deliver high-quality adult learning programmes in ESOL. We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic tuotr to join our team at Wakefield Adult Education Service. The purpose of this role is to deliver ESOL courses to adults, across a range of levels including accredited and non-accredited pathways. What you will do:

• Deliver high-quality ESOL teaching across accredited and non-accredited provision, supporting learners to achieve their goals and progress to further learning opportunities.
• Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive and appropriately challenging lessons that meet the needs of learners at all levels.
• Contribute to the development of schemes of work, lesson plans and learning resources that meet curriculum, accreditation and RARPAP requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date learner records and documentation.

Working hours, days and times to be discussed at interview but will include one evening per week (either Tuesday or Thursday).

Required Qualifications

• Level 4/5 teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE or DTLLS) or equivalent teaching qualification
• Level 2 in English/Maths
• Proven experience of planning and delivery teaching and assessment practice.
• Previous experience of teaching ESOL is essential.

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

Probation In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

Why Wakefield

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check in line with our safer recruitment policy.

What can I expect?

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave
• Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
• Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
• Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more