Vocational/Employability Tutor - Leeds Training Centre

Juniper Training; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Wolverhampton is seeking a Vocational/Employability Tutor passionate about empowering learners. The ideal candidate will deliver engaging training sessions, assess progress, and support students in their journey to succeed. This role offers a dynamic work environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Also included are attractive perks such as 25 days holiday, paid mileage, and an Employee Assistance Program. Join us to make a difference in the lives of young people!

Benefits

25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Buy & sell annual leave

Earn an extra week of leave

Paid mileage

Employee Assistance Program

Long service awards

Corporate events throughout the year

Responsibilities

• Deliver dynamic training sessions to engage and motivate learners.
• Assess learner work and provide constructive feedback.
• Develop and maintain an industry-relevant curriculum.
• Mentor learners to help them overcome barriers.
• Keep detailed records of learner progress.
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Teaching qualification (PTLLS or equivalent)

Passion for helping people succeed

Strong communication & interpersonal skills

Confidence with IT

Job description

🚀Vocational/Employability Tutor – Inspire. Mentor. Transform. 🚀

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.

What You Need to Bring to the Table

• ✔ 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 Employability Tutor before (but not essential!)

Salary & Hours

Our opening hours are: Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am - 2:30pm

Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It!

• 🎉 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
• 💰 Buy & sell annual leave
• 🏋️ 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!

At Juniper, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We believe that diverse perspectives enhance our environment and our ability to serve the community.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide a work environment free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

At Juniper, we are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We carefully scrutinize all applications, thoroughly checking employment history and references to identify any gaps or inconsistencies. Where appropriate, we conduct enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure candidates meet our high standards of integrity and suitability for the role. Our approach reflects our dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and secure environment for everyone within our organisation.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to provide assistance.

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