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Vocational Trainer - Family Learning

Job in Colchester, Essex County, CO1, England, UK
Listing for: Essex County Council
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-10-14
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Adult & Continuing Education, Training Instructor / Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21000 - 26000 GBP Yearly GBP 21000.00 26000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Responsibilities
  • Deliver engaging family learning programmes that support parents, carers and families to develop skills, confidence and positive learning behaviours.
  • Develop lesson plans, schemes of work and learning resources that support learner needs and curriculum outcomes.
  • Adapt learning activities to meet the needs of diverse learners and remove barriers to participation.
  • Use assessment methods to monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback.
  • Maintain accurate learner attendance, progress and achievement records using ACL systems.
  • Deliver learning in a variety of settings, including schools, community venues and online environments.
  • Build positive relationships with schools, community organisations and partner agencies to promote learning opportunities and engage new learners.
  • Support parents and carers to develop the knowledge and confidence needed to support their children's learning and development.
  • Deliver occasional evening and school holiday provision where required.
    Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must have a current, unrestricted right to work in the UK., Is passionate about supporting families and improving life chances through education.
  • Has strong knowledge of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 English and Maths.
  • Can create engaging, learner-centred sessions that build confidence and skills.
  • Understands the challenges and opportunities facing parents, carers and adult learners.
  • Creates positive and inclusive learning environments where learners feel supported to succeed.
  • Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
What you'll bring
  • Subject knowledge of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 English and Maths.
  • Experience of teaching, training, coaching or supporting learners.
  • Good digital and ICT skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
Desirable
  • A recognised teaching qualification (AET, CET, DET, PGCE or equivalent), or willingness to work towards one.
  • Experience delivering Family Learning or adult learning programmes.
  • Experience working with parents, carers and families.
  • Knowledge of learner assessment and progress tracking.
  • Experience of working with schools, community groups or educational settings.

If you're passionate about helping parents and carers develop the skills and confidence to support their children's learning, we'd love to hear from you.

What to expect

Our recruitment process is made up of two stages. The first stage is a 1-hour Micro Teach Presentation, where you'll have the opportunity to showcase your teaching approach and subject expertise. Successful candidates will then progress to a.

At Adult Community Learning (ACL), we believe learning has the power to transform lives, build confidence and create new opportunities. We're looking for a passionate and engaging Vocational Trainer
- Family Learning to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that supports parents, carers and families to develop skills, confidence and knowledge that improve outcomes for children and families. This is more than just a teaching role. It's an opportunity to empower families, strengthen communities and make a real difference to people's lives through learning. Whether you're an experienced tutor or a professional with expertise in family learning, parenting support, early years, SEND or community education, we'd love to hear from you.

As part of Essex County Council, ACL is the largest provider of adult learning in Essex, supporting thousands of learners each year to gain qualifications, improve wellbeing, build confidence and progress into further learning, work and community involvement.

Ready to make an impact? Join ACL and help parents and carers gain the confidence, knowledge and skills to support their children's education and future success.

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Why join ACL?
  • Make a lasting difference to families and communities across Essex.
  • Be part of the largest provider of adult learning in Essex.
  • Access ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
  • Join a supportive and collaborative team.
  • Benefit from Essex County Council's excellent employee benefits package.
  • Help transform lives through learning.
Why Essex?

As one of the largest and most dynamic UK local authorities, Essex offers a stimulating public service environment. Covering over 1,420 square miles and serving 1.8 million residents,…

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