Study Programme Tutor - Childcare Tutor

We are recruiting a Childcare Tutor to join our expanding provision at our Walkden centre. This is a rewarding full-time Childcare Study Programme Tutor role, delivering high-quality, practical learning to post-16 learners studying Childcare qualifications at Level 1 and 2. You will manage learners’ journeys from initial interview and assessment through to successful completion and accreditation, delivering engaging teaching that builds industry knowledge, employability skills, confidence, and progression routes into further education, apprenticeships, or employment.

Responsibilities

Deliver Childcare teaching and assessment; Teach Level 1 and/or Level 2 qualifications; Support learners’ employability, social skills, and personal development; Support delivery of English and Maths (with specialist support); Track learner progress and maintain accurate records; Provide pastoral and tutorial support; Embed ICT and digital learning tools; Maintain high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.

Requirements

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; 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.

Nice to have

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 Ofsted Education Inspection Framework and inspection requirements; 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.

Benefits

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; Dedicated weekly administration day with the opportunity to work remotely; Smaller class sizes; Supportive and collaborative curriculum team; Access to funded professional development.