Family Learning Tutor

Who You Are

• Excellent personal and social skills with a passion for working with adult learners.


• Confident in communication and able to motivate and inspire learners.


• Prepared to attend in-service training and stay updated with developments in adult learning.


• Flexible, able to adapt to changing schedules and demands based on local school requirements.


• Educated to degree level or vocational equivalent with at least a Level 3 teaching qualification and subject specialism as required.


• Possess at least 3 years of experience within the Lifelong Learning Sector, with a preference for experience in online/distance learning.


• Able to work independently, delivering high-quality learning programmes aligned with Ofsted's Education Inspection Framework.


• Open to working part-time, as full-time hours cannot be guaranteed due to dependency on school engagements.

What the Job Involves

• Delivering a balanced and flexible programme of accredited Family Learning provision across Lincolnshire.


• Planning, preparing, and delivering accredited courses using a variety of teaching methods including online delivery where appropriate.


• Mentoring other internal tutors and managing learners during courses.


• Developing innovative curriculum programmes that engage, motivate, and retain targeted learner groups.


• Regularly reviewing and assessing learner progress, providing feedback and support to enhance learning outcomes.


• Coordinating with Project Officers and participating in marketing and promotional activities for courses.


• Organising learner support like childcare and transport, working with internal and external contacts for comprehensive service delivery.


• Responsible for completing administrative paperwork related to teaching, including registers, evaluations, and achievement data.


• Participation in mandatory staff training, tutor meetings, and maintaining CPD requirements.


• Ensuring compliance with Health and Safety, Equal Opportunity, and safeguarding policies.


• Working in various locations, covering specific areas including Horncastle/Louth, Skegness/Mablethorpe, Grantham, Stamford, and Holbeach.


• Operating in a flexible role, matching teaching assignments with local school needs, primarily during term times only.


• Compensated for teaching sessions at a rate of £21 per hour, with additional pay for preparation and planning.


• Conducting joint family learning sessions with schools, as well as adult-only sessions focusing on English and maths skills.