About the role: Ceramics Learning for Leisure Tutor Activate Learning are currently looking for experienced Ceramicists to join our Learning for Leisure team based at Woodley Hill House and Reading College. Whether you are an experienced tutor or an individual that can confidentially deliver practical workshops then why not consider showcasing your skills by becoming a role model to a diverse group of learners from all ages, including adults and young learners who display a passion in creative arts. We have various short-term courses available that acquire tutors with a ceramics background to deliver on courses in our established Woodley Hill House premises. We have opportunities for daytime, evening and Saturday courses starting in January 2026 What do you need to be a successful Ceramics Learning for Leisure Tutor at Activate Learning? Ideally, you will hold a teacher’s qualification or have experience of teaching within an education setting, such as National Saturday Club, Schools, youth clubs. You will have extensive knowledge of the subject area and can engage and interact with students to ensure they are set up to succeed their end goals. To find out more about the courses we offer, please visit the Activate Learning Adult Education website. Your communication and interpersonal skills will be outstanding and support your ability to deliver interesting, fun, and purposeful lessons to adults. You'll need to have a flexible mindset to connect with the communities you're teaching. You will be joining an established and supportive team within our Learning for Leisure and Community Learning provision on a casual contract basis and our positions offer a variety of flexible working patterns such as, daytime, evenings, weekends depending on scheduled timetable. Travel will be required in this role, as you will predominately be working at Woodley Hill House, but often times opportunities arise throughout our local community in Berkshire. Rate of pay between £25.17 - £35.17 per hour, depending on skills and experience. 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: Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy. Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing 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. Learning and Development : continuous opportunities for teachers' professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team. Teaching Support : Tailored Three-day induction program, and development programs for teaching staff. Pension Schemes : Teacher pension scheme for AL teaching staff Generous Annual Leave : Up to 6 weeks paid leave Flexible Working : Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns. Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers. On-Site Facilities : Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access. For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits & wellbeing offering, please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission. Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts. Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions. Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly. Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. 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