Skills Development Tutor

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Company’s Education and Skills team is excited to offer a new opportunity for a Skills Development Tutor specialising in the Early Years sector. The goal is to support learners in developing the knowledge, skills, behaviours, and attitudes needed to achieve meaningful outcomes.

The role is primarily home‑based, with a Manchester office as the contractual location. Applicants are therefore welcome from outside the Greater Manchester (GM) area, provided they are able to travel to GM as required.

As one of the largest providers of skills and training in the UK, we are dedicated to supporting businesses and individuals with apprenticeships, higher education, and commercial training. We help people to develop their skills across a diverse range of sectors and levels, with our work with leading businesses to ensure our curriculum boosts the career prospects of individuals and productivity of businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse client caseload to ensure learner retention, progression, and the development of new business opportunities.
• Design and deliver tailored curriculum content that meets individual learner needs and supports inclusive learning.
• Assess learner work, provide constructive feedback, and collaborate with stakeholders to set clear learning objectives.
• Monitor learner progress, set achievable targets, and consistently meet key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Track learner development, identify and manage risks, and utilise support tools to ensure timely achievement of goals.
• Evaluate stakeholder feedback to enhance curriculum delivery and actively participate in self-assessment and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to team growth by engaging in quality assurance activities and supporting professional development initiatives.

About You

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) to effectively support and enhance the learner experience.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills across diverse audiences.
• Highly organised with strong planning skills to manage workload and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Skilled in coaching techniques to support learner development and performance improvement.
• Capable of motivating and inspiring individuals to achieve their full potential.
• Approachable and supportive, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Flexible and adaptable, able to respond effectively to changing priorities and learner needs.
• Committed to continuous personal and professional development to maintain high standards.

Skills Required

• Holds a recognised assessor qualification such as A1, D32/33, or TAQA.
• Possesses a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education/Childcare or equivalent.
• Experienced in working to OFSTED quality standards within an educational or care setting.
• Brings 1–2 years of experience in teaching, learning delivery, and assessment practices.
• Knowledgeable about the Level 2 and 3 Early Years Apprenticeship Standards and End Point Assessment requirements.
• Holds or is currently working towards a Diploma in Education and Training (DET) or equivalent teaching qualification.
• Skilled in developing engaging, learner-focused educational materials and resources.
• Proficient in using digital systems and eLearning platforms to support blended learning.

Additional Information

We are currently unable to provide sponsorship for work permits or visas. Therefore, we can only consider candidates who already have the legal right to work in the UK.

Safeguarding the welfare of all individuals, including vulnerable adults and young people is a core priority at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], and we expect all staff to uphold this responsibility. All Education and Skills appointments are subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures, including a DBS check and a professional social media check, carried out by Due Diligence Limited (DDC Ltd) at no cost to the successful candidate.

Please note: It is an illegal offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity if you are on the Barred List.

We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community.

If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process. Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team.

We also aim to make our recruitment process inclusive and accessible. If you need reasonable adjustments or have any general enquiries at any stage or the recruitment process, please contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or call us on [contact hidden].

Examples include: Meeting the hiring manager or touring the venue in advance. Extra time for tasks. Interview questions shared beforehand. Accessibility software or equipment for assessments.

We’re proud to support the Ban the Box campaign, which helps people with convictions access job opportunities. As part of this, we’ve removed questions about convictions from the initial application stage.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to fostering a culture of flexibility and agile working. Many roles will increasingly support full agile arrangements. If you require more permanent flexibility, we encourage you to discuss this during your interview so your request can be considered early in the process.

All [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] colleagues will work in line with the Health and Safety at work act and the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Health and Safety Policy.