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Job details

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Job reference

REQ00000018475

Date posted

12/06/2025

Application closing date

13/07/2025

Location

PENRITH

Salary

31,067 - 31,586 (pro rata)

Package

Contractual hours

0

Basis

Part time

Attachments

Adult Learning Tutor - Arts and Crafts - WMF3008e

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Job description

Location: Penrith Library, Penrith


Contract Type: Zero Hours

About this opportunity

We are looking for an inspirational tutor to deliver Arts and Crafts classes to our learners across Penrith and the surrounding areas. Preferably, someone with experience in painting and drawing and the ability to teach a range of textiles and crafts would be an advantage.

You will be able to prepare and deliver creative and exciting lessons that enthuse and develop adult learners, work with them in a variety of settings across the local community, and support individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. You will have a can-do attitude, build excellent working relationships with both learners and colleagues, and take a flexible approach to identifying and meeting emerging needs in the local area, which may include some evening work.

You will need:
A recognised teaching qualification (Min level 3, e.g PTLLS or working towards one). Relevant qualification and/or experience in the subject specialism Maths and English qualifications at Level 2 or prepared to work towards these




Adult Learning was rated Good by Ofsted at our last inspection. We are now on a journey towards becoming an Outstanding provider. We aim to inspire the people of Cumbria and transform the lives of our communities.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.

Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

Post Specification

Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Alistair Hayward on alistair.hayward@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk .

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 13th July 2025



We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Options will be discussed with candidates once they have been invited to the interview stage of the process for this specific position, and if you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.



Westmorland and Furness Council are now able to offer sponsorship for Skilled Worker Visa applications for eligible roles. Please note, we cannot guarantee the eligibility of all of our roles, therefore, if you would like more information on roles that may be eligible please visit the government website -

Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

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Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.



This role requires a basic DBS check

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
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