About the role:
We are looking for an inspiring and motivated tutor to join The Rycotewood Furniture Centre team, as part of our Createch faculty based at Oxford College. In this role you will develop and teach at Levels 2 & 3 apprenticeship courses to a diverse group of learners, and support the development of our apprenticeship provision.
You will have the ability to nurture new and develop learners existing skills set by delivering innovative and creative lessons to ensure our learners succeed towards their ultimate goal in becoming an expert in furniture making, accredited by City and Guilds.
This is a permanent, part-time role working 29.6 hours per week (0.8 FTE) based at our City of Oxford College campus.
What do you need to be successful as a Furniture Apprenticeship Vocational Tutor at Activate Learning?
Successful candidates will have an appropriate professional qualification at level 3/4 or above in a relevant subject area and/or extensive industry knowledge.
We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have both a knowledge of and an enthusiasm for the history of furniture design, as well as experience in overseeing essay and research writing.
Whilst we would prefer applications from qualified teachers who hold a PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification, we would consider applications from unqualified applicants, with the ability to inspire our learners and a willingness to complete a teaching qualification. Unqualified candidates would start at a lower salary point and this could be discussed at interview, if successfully shortlisted.
In addition, you will need to have a flexible approach, coupled with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills. You will demonstrate the ability to engage and develop students and role model the attributes that we develop within our learners.
Who we are:
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:
1. Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards:Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy
2. Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing.
3. Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
4. Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
5. Teaching Support: Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff.
6. Pension Schemes: Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff.
7. Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
8. Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
9. Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
10. On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
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