Job Description

My client was set up in August 2004. Since then, we have continued to develop and bring programmes to support young people to learn, achieve and progress to greater opportunities. My client is an organisation that believes in creating opportunities for all. An organisation who is friendly, considerate, and honourable in all its services and operations. Most all they believe in working together as team to create opportunities for young people to grow while achieving positive outcomes.

All staff who work for my client are valued through the contribution they make towards the vision and goals, they have a strong belief that success is created together, this is why we are a great employer to work for.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking to recruit

Job Title

Horticulture/Landscape & Life skills Tutor

Location:

Dunstable

Working Hours:

8.30 am to 5.00 pm OR 9.00 am to 5.30 pm, 1 hour lunch, Monday to Friday

37.5 hours per week. Hours and days would depend on what contract option you take see below

Contract Type Options:

Term Time

Part-time pro rata

Salary Band:

£23k-£30k FTE

What are we looking for?

An engaging Horticulture/Landscaping & Life skills Tutor to be responsible for co-ordinating, designing, delivering and developing a programme of study for groups of learners. This is a great opportunity for a dynamic, professional individual qualified/experienced in an appropriate discipline to join a forward-thinking organisation to develop and teach horticulture, gardening, and landscaping skills for learners to enter the sector. A patient person who can work with learners who may have some complex difficulties to overcome through their time on the programme.

You will be a highly self-motivated, energetic, and driven individual, encompassing a strong sense of autonomy. You will possess strong presentation and communication skills.

Qualifications:

· GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C or above, essential

· Teaching qualifications: AET/PTLLS/DTLLS/CTLLS/Cert Ed/PGCE or be willing to work towards

· Assessor quals (desirable)

• Minimum of level two qualification within relevant vocational sector or significant occupational experience

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Develop best practice in learning, teaching and assessment ensuring standardisation and continuity.
• Plan and develop schemes of work, lesson plans and positive support plans for learners
• Organise lessons when working outdoors ensuring all are the correct tools and equipment are in place
• To assess learners according to established guidelines.
• To be resourceful and manage materials and tools for the programmes ensuring all health and safety is adhered to, always keeping learners safe.
• Manage and maintain the programme environment ensuring the areas are always fit for learning
• To engage with local companies and organisations to enhance the experience of all learners
• To design, develop and monitor resources for learner use.
• To act as personal tutor to a group/s of learners and co-ordinate tutorial support liaising with Centre Manager.
• Provide accurate current feedback on progress and outcomes to managers and learners.
• To monitor learner attendance and maintain appropriate standards of behaviour.
• To keep up-to-date with curriculum initiatives, development of standards and general developmental and professional issues relating to the delivery of learning in your area.
• To complete documentation, appropriate records of learner performance and administration associated with role and responsibilities.
• To undergo continuous professional development as appropriate and directed.

Note: These duties are a guide to the work the post holder will initially be required to undertake. Amendments may be made from time to time as the role evolves and to meet changing circumstances and these do not form part of the contract of employment. Additionally, due to the ever-changing environment in which we operate, flexibility and the willingness to travel to other work locations are essential for these roles.

An enhanced DBS check will be a requirement for this position.

Rewards for your hard work

Reward means far more than just pay. Our generous and competitive benefits package includes:

· Annual leave up to 25 days plus 8 public Bank Holiday

· We operate a Christmas and New Year shut down period in which you will receive additional 3 days leave at full pay cover this closure period.

· When your birthday falls on a working day you will receive this day off at full pay.

· Pension scheme after 3 months you have been employed with us

· Bupa Cash Plan, level 1 paid by the company

· Employee Assistance Programme to access help and support 24 hours a day every day of the year

· Discounted membership for BUPA (subject to the qualifying conditions)

· Long Service club loyalty gift upon completion of 5 and 10 years’ continuous service

· Quarterly and annual awards

· Company tools and equipment for the performance of your duties

· Reimbursement of travel expenses to extend any external meetings when needed

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £23,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dunstable, Bedfordshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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