Learning Services Tutor

Job Title: Adult Education Tutor

Salary: £13.26, £14.82 or £16.35 per hour, plus 14.49% sessional uplift

Hours: Flexible / By Agreement

Location: Worcestershire (currently Worcester and Redditch bases)

Contract Type: Sessional

Role: We are expanding our Young Adult Learning (YAL) provision and are seeking enthusiastic sessional staff to deliver Hair and/or Beauty within Study Programmes for learners aged 16–24.

Hair and Beauty is primarily delivered within employment-focused Young Adult Learning Study Programmes, designed to support learners to develop the skills, confidence and behaviours needed for adulthood and the workplace. All YAL learners work towards an accredited qualification embedded within their wider programme.

At Level 1, learners achieve a qualification in Skills for Education, Training and Personal Development (SETPD). This includes subject‑specific Hair and/or Beauty units, alongside core units in personal development, employability and preparing for adulthood. Delivery typically takes place in a salon‑style learning environment, enabling learners to develop practical, work‑related skills in a realistic setting.

Learners may then progress to industry‑recognised qualifications such as VTCT, supporting progression into employment, apprenticeships or further learning.

Our Hair and Beauty curriculum also includes an established adult (19+) offer, delivering VTCT Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications. There may also be opportunities to contribute to this provision, supporting delivery alongside the existing team.

Many of our learners have experienced disrupted education and may have a range of additional needs, including social, emotional and mental health challenges. Through small group sizes, a flexible curriculum and strong pastoral support, we create a safe and engaging environment where learners can thrive.

Tutors – £14.82 per hour

• Plan and deliver high‑quality Hair and/or Beauty sessions, primarily within YAL provision, supporting learners to achieve their SETPD qualification and develop practical and employability skills.

Senior Tutors – £16.35 per hour

• Alongside teaching, contribute to curriculum planning, quality improvement and the mentoring of colleagues.

• Plan and deliver engaging Hair and/or Beauty sessions in a practical, salon‑style environment.
• Support learners to develop technical skills, confidence and independence.
• Enable YAL learners to achieve their SETPD qualification, including embedded subject‑specific units.
• Support progression to industry‑recognised qualifications (e.g. VTCT) where appropriate.
• (Where appropriate) contribute to wider Hair and Beauty delivery across the service.
• Adapt teaching to meet a wide range of individual learning needs.
• Support positive behaviour and learner engagement.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff.
• Track learner progress and provide clear, constructive feedback.
• Embed safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion within all aspects of delivery.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement (Tutors/Senior Tutors).

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are passionate about Hair and/or Beauty and inclusive education.
• Have the ability to build positive, professional relationships with young people.
• Are patient, adaptable and learner‑focused.
• Can support learners with a range of needs to achieve and progress.

You will have:

• Experience delivering Hair and/or Beauty training (ideally including accredited provision such as VTCT).
• A commitment to supporting learners to achieve accredited outcomes and progression.

• Make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives.
• Work within a supportive, collaborative team.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements.
• Access CPD, mentoring and development opportunities.
• Be part of a service committed to high‑quality, inclusive education.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Final date to receive applications: Thursday 25th June 2026