Programme Tutor - GCSE English

Overview

Oldham College is a large further education provider in Greater Manchester. The College collaborates with local employers, universities, and community partners to deliver education and training. Every role contributes to helping people achieve their potential.

Programme Tutor - GCSE English to support the effective delivery of College services and priorities.

• Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons in line with curriculum and awarding body requirements
• Monitor student progress, attendance, and achievement, taking action to address concerns
• Provide clear targets and timely, constructive feedback to support learner development
• Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with SEND
• Contribute to quality assurance processes, including standardisation and continuous improvement activities
• Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments

• Qualified teacher (or working towards) with a strong English subject background
• Experience delivering teaching in a learning environment, ideally within Further Education
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire learners
• Ability to differentiate teaching to support a range of learner needs
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to track progress and maintain accurate records

• 54 days’ holiday, including 35 bookable days plus bank holidays, efficiency days, and Christmas closure
• Pension contributions of 26.48%
• Free counselling and wellbeing support
• Retail discounts through our benefits platform
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Paid special leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Free breakfast Fridays
• On-site facilities including canteens and a day nursery
• Free parking and electric car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, and military families. Flexible working options may be available depending on the role.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an enhanced DBS check, DfE barred list check, online searches, and references. It is a criminal offence under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 to apply for regulated activity roles if barred from working with children or vulnerable adults.

The College recognises that candidates may use AI tools to support their application. If you do use AI, please ensure the information reflects your own skills, experience, and achievements. You may be asked to discuss your application during the recruitment process.

Please review the job description and person specification and submit your application by the closing date.