Vocational/Employability Tutor

Juniper Training; Dawley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Mileage allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Long service awards

Christmas savings

Eyecare reimbursement

Cycle to work

Early finish Fridays

Corporate events

Job summary

Juniper Training Ltd is seeking a Vocational/Employability Tutor to empower learners through engaging sessions and practical, industry-relevant training.

You will assess progress, develop curricula, and mentor students while collaborating with employers to ensure real-world outcomes. A teaching qualification and passion for helping people succeed are essential, with IT proficiency for records and planning.

Qualifications

• PTLLS or equivalent teaching qualification is required.
• Demonstrated passion to help learners succeed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficient with IT for records and planning.
• Bonus for previous Vocational/Employability Tutor experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging vocational/employability sessions.
• Assess learner work, provide feedback, and set SMART goals.
• Develop and update curriculum to reflect industry needs.
• Mentor learners and support progression goals.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance and assessments.
• Collaborate with employers and colleagues to ensure smooth learning.
• Engage in professional development to keep skills current.

Skills

PTLLS qualification

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

IT literacy

Job description

Are you passionate about empowering the next generation? Do you love seeing learners grow in confidence and skills? If so, Juniper Training wants YOU to join our team as a Vocational/Employability Tutor!

We believe education should be exciting, engaging, and life-changing-and that's exactly what we offer. Our mission? To equip young people with the skills, knowledge, and qualifications they need to thrive in their careers.

What You'll Be Doing

• Deliver Dynamic Training - Plan and deliver fun, interactive sessions that keep learners engaged and motivated.
• Assess & Feedback - Mark learner work, provide constructive feedback, and set SMART goals to help them progress.
• Develop the Curriculum - Keep our programs fresh and industry-relevant, ensuring learners get real-world skills.
• Support & Mentor - Be a role model, helping learners overcome barriers and achieve their goals.
• Keep Records Up to Date - Maintain accurate learner progress, attendance, and assessments (we promise, just the important stuff!).
• Work as a Team - Collaborate with colleagues, employers, and stakeholders to ensure a seamless learning experience.
• Stay Ahead of the Game - Engage in continuous professional development to keep your skills sharp and relevant.

Requirements

• A recognised teaching qualification (PTLLS or equivalent)
• A passion for helping people succeed
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills (because engagement is key!)
• Confidence with IT (for record-keeping & lesson planning)
• Bonus points if you've worked as an Vocational or Employability Tutor before

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
• Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!
• Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long service & special recognition awards
• Juniper Lottery & Dragons' Den competitions
• PRIDE monthly celebrations
• Early Finish Fridays (2:30pm!)
• Christmas Savings Club
• Eyecare reimbursement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after 5 years' service)
• Critical Illness Cover (after 5 years' service)
• Corporate events throughout the year!

Diversity, Inclusion & Safeguarding

At Juniper Training Ltd, we believe that language should never be a barrier to opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Juniper Training is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment process, we carefully review all applications, check employment history and references, and investigate any gaps in employment. Pre-employment checks will also include verification of identity, right to work in the UK, and relevant qualifications.

Where roles involve working with young people or vulnerable adults, they are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and successful applicants will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks, which may include an enhanced check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We may also carry out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will do our best to support you.

Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, inclusion, and safeguarding for all.