English Tutor
Based: All Key College sites
Salary: £12,958 - £13,258pa (Depending on Experience)
Hours: 17.5hrs per week Monday - Wednesday
Location: YMCA Derbyshire (all Key College sites)
Are you passionate about helping young people rewrite their futures? YMCA Derbyshire is seeking an inspiring English Tutor to deliver Functional Skills and GCSE English to our post-16 Key College learners. In this rewarding role, you’ll work closely with those who need support the most – young people facing real barriers to education – and empower them to achieve qualifications that can transform their lives. If you’re driven by purpose and ready to make a genuine difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* Deliver Functional Skills and GCSE English to post-16 Key College learners.
* Work closely with learners facing real barriers to education to support them in achieving qualifications that can transform their lives.
* Engage with learners, build relationships, and foster a supportive learning environment.
Requirements
* A driving licence and ability to use own car, as there may be an expectation to work across numerous sites.
* Strong safeguarding awareness with commitment to safeguarding learners.
* Required safeguarding checks including references and enhanced DBS check, with a six‑month probationary period.
* Passion for helping young people and a ‘can‑do’ attitude.
* Ability to influence others to use our services.
What we offer
* 25 days holiday (pro rata) as standard with an extra 2 days after 5 years of service
* People celebration event each year (celebrating Our Peoples Achievements)
* Recognition initiatives such as employee of the year and star of the quarter
* Smart Health app, providing online doctor access for you and your family, nutritional advice and mental health assistance
* Life Assurance 2 times your annual salary
* Real Living Wage
* Christmas / Easter and quarterly treats
* Your birthday off each year
* Long service rewards
* Training and development
* and more
Additional Information
YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer' and will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you’ve applied for.
Working hours, KPI targets and relationship building with customers form part of a sales‑focussed side of the role, complementing the tutoring responsibilities.
Closing Date: 19th December 2025
Interview Date: TBC January 2026
Important Information: To ensure compliance with our GDPR policy and maintain a fair and consistent shortlisting process, please ensure that you complete the full application form with all required details. CVs and covering letters will not be reviewed during the shortlisting stage. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Equality and Diversity Statement
YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Part‑time
Job function
Education
Industries
Education
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