Study Programme Tutor - Childcare Tutor

Central YMCA; United States; Remote; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote admin day

Smaller class sizes

Professional development

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Cycle to work

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Central YMCA in Leeds is recruiting a Childcare Tutor to deliver English and Maths alongside vocational delivery. You will support learners to achieve qualifications and maintain high teaching standards in line with EIF.

An experienced childcare practitioner with a passion for education is welcomed to inspire the next generation of childcare professionals. You will be responsible for delivering engaging lessons, using IT systems to monitor progress, and working with specialist teams to support

Qualifications

• PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification required.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Recent relevant industry experience with children in early years/educational settings.
• Sound understanding of safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Teach and deliver English and Maths to learners.
• Support learning using IT and educational technologies; monitor progress and maintain records.
• Maintain accurate learner records and complete documentation promptly.
• Prepare learners for Ofsted inspections and contribute to inspection readiness.
• Work effectively as part of a curriculum team to support learners aged 16–19 in FE or vocational settings.

Skills

Teaching

IT literacy

Administrative skills

Safeguarding awareness

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

We are recruiting a Childcare Tutor to join our expanding provision at our Leeds 2 centre., Alongside vocational delivery, you will support learners to achieve English and Maths (Functional Skills or GCSE), working with specialist teams, and uphold the highest standards of teaching in line with the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Childcare practitioners who are passionate about sharing your knowledge and inspiring the next generation of childcare professionals. Whether you are an established Further Education Childcare Tutor, or an experienced childcare professional looking to take the next step into teaching, we will welcome applicants who have a genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people to achieve their potential and succeed in their chosen careers.

You will:

• Be passionate about teaching, training, and learner success
• Work confidently both independently and as part of a team
• Be organised, proactive, and able to meet deadlines
• Be motivated to support young people to achieve positive life outcomes
• Be confident in using a range of IT systems and educational technologies to monitor learner progress, maintain records and support effective delivery.
• Be able to manage administrative responsibilities effectively, maintaining accurate learner records, monitoring progress and completing documentation in a timely manner.
• Experience of working within the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework, with an understanding of inspection requirements and experience of supporting or participating in Ofsted inspections being advantageous.

Essential Requirements

• PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare.
• Recent and relevant industry experience working with children in an early years, childcare, or educational setting.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable

• GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above, Functional Skills Level 2, or an equivalent qualification in English and Maths.
• Experience of teaching or training learners aged 16-19 within a further education or vocational setting.
• Experience of supporting learners with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and adapting teaching to meet individual learning needs.
• Knowledge of the Ofstead Education Inspection Framework and inspection requirements., Support delivery of English and Maths (with specialist support)

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 + 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 wellbeing services for you and your immediate family (including counselling sessions)
• Charity Employee Discount Scheme