ACT Skills Centre, Barry 37 hours Temp £26,375 rising to £29,540 30/10/25
If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you
Make a Difference Every Day
Are you passionate about helping young people build confidence and prepare for a brighter future? We're looking for an enthusiastic and supportive Skills Tutor to join our Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) team on a temporary basis (for approximately 12 months).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's Top 100 Best Companies to Work for and an Investors in People Platinum employer.
About the Role
As a Skills Tutor, you'll design and deliver engaging learning sessions and enrichment activities for young people aged 16–19 who are not currently in education, training, or employment (NEET). You'll help learners build essential skills, explore future career paths, and develop the confidence to move forward—whether into further education or the workplace.
Your key responsibilities will include: (please see attached Job Description for more details)
* Delivering meaningful, creative, and accessible learning sessions
* Supporting learner wellbeing and personal development
* Running practical mini-projects, volunteering tasks, and enterprise activities
* Travelling between local centres if required to support learners
* Inspiring young people to believe in their potential
Every day will bring something new—our learners are diverse, and we're looking for someone who thrives on variety and wants to make a real impact.
Why Work With Us?
At ACT, we're all about people
We offer:
* Up to 45 days of annual leave
* Birthday and Christmas vouchers
* Annual salary increases
* Staff wellbeing programme & counselling support
* Staff celebration and volunteering days
* Flexible working policies (where applicable)
* Ongoing professional development and e-learning platform access
* Recognition schemes and length-of-service awards
Learn more:
Our Commitment to Inclusion
We're committed to fairness, respect, and equality for all. Our workplace culture is guided by our FREDIE values:
Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage candidates to contact us if they require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Just drop us an email at
What to Expect
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview at one of our centres. You will be asked to complete a work-based task, such as a micro-teach—full details will be provided in advance.
If you have any questions or would like an informal chat before applying, please get in touch.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of all learners and staff. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check as part of our recruitment process.
What you get in return:
* Excellent professional development opportunities
* Generous holiday package (up to 45 days per year)
* E-learning platform available to all staff.
* Annual salary increases
* Staff counselling sessions
* Mental Health First Aider
* Wellbeing initiatives
* Bi-annual performance reviews
* Staff Council
* Flexible and hybrid working (where applicable)
* Team building days
* Volunteering days
* Staff celebration days
* Length of service, birthday and yearly appreciation rewards
* Staff Recognition Awards
* Healthcare cash plan
* Contributory pension scheme
* Life assurance
Our Values:
At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive.
FREDIE stands for Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement – values that lie at the heart of everything we do at ACT. From our interactions with staff to our engagement with learners, these principles guide our approach, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
Person Specification
What we are looking for
Experience
Experience of teaching/ delivery within a learning environment
Experience of qualification delivery
Qualifications & Knowledge
Good level of Math and English GCSE C or above (spoken and written)
Excellent IT skills with programmes such as Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
Skills & Attributes
Able to relate to the needs of young people
Able to work well with people at all levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Team player with ability to work on own initiative
Personal Qualities
Able to work well with people at all levels
To uphold ACT Values
Adaptable
Flexible