Vocational Tutor

WHM Education; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

WHM Education is seeking an enthusiastic Vocational Tutor to lead the Horticulture Pathway for students aged 16 to 25 with Special Educational Needs. This role involves delivering land-based qualifications, fostering a supportive learning environment, and assessing unique student needs to ensure their success.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Ability to develop personalized learning plans.
• Knowledge of land-based qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and deliver engaging horticulture lessons.
• Guide students in practical skills and classroom settings.
• Work collaboratively with support teams and families.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Student Support

Inclusive Education

Horticulture Knowledge

Education

Teaching qualification

Relevant degree in Horticulture or related field

Job description

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Job Title: Vocational Tutor -Horticulture Lead

WHM Education

Location: Six Acres Skills Centre located at Six Acre Nurseries, Loughborough Road, Costock,

Leicestershire . However you will be required to also work from our Seagrave site

Contract Type: Fixed term contract for one year (ending July 2026) with a possibility of extension

Hours: Full Time

Start Date: 18th August 2025

WHM Education is a nurturing and supportive alternative provision providing personalised training to young people aged 16 to 25 with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Our mission is to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students are empowered to develop socially, emotionally, and academically. At WHM Education, we do more than teach. We help students build the confidence and skills to thrive in life. Our holistic approach goes beyond academics, focusing on personal well-being, life skills and preparation for adulthood.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Vocational Tutor to lead the Horticulture/Landscaping Pathway for students. This rewarding role involves delivering portfolio-driven land-based qualifications, providing hands-on learning experiences, and fostering a supportive and engaging environment to ensure student success.

Key responsibilities

Curriculum Delivery: Develop, plan, and deliver engaging and accessible lessons that cater to the diverse needs of students with SEN. To contribute to the preparation of course materials which meet City and Guilds qualification requirements. Ensure all learning equipment is in good order and available for the delivery of lessons. To carry out administrative tasks related to courses and attend meetings as required by Senior Leadership Team. To lead extracurricular activities (i.e. lunchtimes as appropriate).

Teaching and Facilitation: Deliver hands-on sessions, covering a broad range of units while fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. Ensure that units selected appropriately reflect the progression pathway for each student. Be creative and adaptive in approach to teaching. Provide high quality subject specific sessions which ensure that students acquire new knowledge and skills; develop ideas and increase their understanding; develop their ability to concentrate and work productively both independently and collaboratively, through real-world horticultural projects.

Guide students in both practical skills and classroom environments, offering support in group settings as well as one-to-one. Encourage students to engage in self-evaluation and foster reflective partnership work with their peers and other teaching staff.

Ensure student support workers clearly understand the learning objectives and activities, so they can confidently explain them to students. Help build teaching staff skills, knowledge and confidence.

Ensure that appropriate work is set for sessions in advance whenever an absence is anticipated.

Make sure that the learning environments are accessible to all participants, considering mobility and sensory needs.

Work collaboratively with students to create and adapt resources that support inclusion. Develop and maintain designated areas to align with the learning objectives, and qualification requirements. Take responsibility for keeping spaces organised and tidy, and report any health, safety or maintenance concerns promptly.

Individualised Support: Assess and understand the unique needs of each student, tailoring sessions and activities to ensure meaningful engagement and success across the vocational and core subjects. Work closely with teaching colleagues, to design a student-centred learning experience that empowers students to take ownership of their learning, ambitions and future, and enabling individual health and support needs.

Collaborative Working: Work closely with the wider teaching and support team to create a cohesive approach to each student’s development, planning cooperatively, sharing information, ideas and expertise. Engage in multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss progress and implement tailored strategies for individual students. Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans, Risk Assessments, Personal Care and Therapy Care programmes for students. To provide support in the delivery of specialist interventions, taking a lead where appropriate. Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in all aspects of the job and challenge inequality and discrimination and/or report concerns as appropriate. Establish good relationships with families to promote students’ learning and development.

Safeguarding Statement

WHM Work Connections is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

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Job Title: Vocational Tutor -Horticulture Lead

WHM Education

Location: Six Acres Skills Centre located at Six Acre Nurseries, Loughborough Road, Costock,

Leicestershire . However you will be required to also work from our Seagrave site

Salary: £33,000- £35,000

Contract Type: Fixed term contract for one year (ending July 2026) with a possibility of extension

Hours: Full Time

Start Date: 18th August 2025

WHM Education is a nurturing and supportive alternative provision providing personalised training to young people aged 16 to 25 with Special Educational Needs (SEN). Our mission is to create a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students are empowered to develop socially, emotionally, and academically. At WHM Education, we do more than teach. We help students build the confidence and skills to thrive in life. Our holistic approach goes beyond academics, focusing on personal well-being, life skills and preparation for adulthood.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Vocational Tutor to lead the Horticulture/Landscaping Pathway for students. This rewarding role involves delivering portfolio-driven land-based qualifications, providing hands-on learning experiences, and fostering a supportive and engaging environment to ensure student success.

Key responsibilities

Curriculum Delivery: Develop, plan, and deliver engaging and accessible lessons that cater to the diverse needs of students with SEN. To contribute to the preparation of course materials which meet City and Guilds qualification requirements. Ensure all learning equipment is in good order and available for the delivery of lessons. To carry out administrative tasks related to courses and attend meetings as required by Senior Leadership Team. To lead extracurricular activities (i.e. lunchtimes as appropriate).

Teaching and Facilitation: Deliver hands-on sessions, covering a broad range of units while fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. Ensure that units selected appropriately reflect the progression pathway for each student. Be creative and adaptive in approach to teaching. Provide high quality subject specific sessions which ensure that students acquire new knowledge and skills; develop ideas and increase their understanding; develop their ability to concentrate and work productively both independently and collaboratively, through real-world horticultural projects.

Guide students in both practical skills and classroom environments, offering support in group settings as well as one-to-one. Encourage students to engage in self-evaluation and foster reflective partnership work with their peers and other teaching staff.

Ensure student support workers clearly understand the learning objectives and activities, so they can confidently explain them to students. Help build teaching staff skills, knowledge and confidence.

Ensure that appropriate work is set for sessions in advance whenever an absence is anticipated.

Make sure that the learning environments are accessible to all participants, considering mobility and sensory needs.

Work collaboratively with students to create and adapt resources that support inclusion. Develop and maintain designated areas to align with the learning objectives, and qualification requirements. Take responsibility for keeping spaces organised and tidy, and report any health, safety or maintenance concerns promptly.

Individualised Support: Assess and understand the unique needs of each student, tailoring sessions and activities to ensure meaningful engagement and success across the vocational and core subjects. Work closely with teaching colleagues, to design a student-centred learning experience that empowers students to take ownership of their learning, ambitions and future, and enabling individual health and support needs.

Collaborative Working: Work closely with the wider teaching and support team to create a cohesive approach to each student’s development, planning cooperatively, sharing information, ideas and expertise. Engage in multi-disciplinary meetings to discuss progress and implement tailored strategies for individual students. Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Education/Behaviour Plans, Risk Assessments, Personal Care and Therapy Care programmes for students. To provide support in the delivery of specialist interventions, taking a lead where appropriate. Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in all aspects of the job and challenge inequality and discrimination and/or report concerns as appropriate. Establish good relationships with families to promote students’ learning and development.

Safeguarding Statement

WHM Work Connections is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.