Job Description

Job details

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Job reference
REQ00000018619
Date posted
11/07/2025
Application closing date
27/07/2025
Location
WHITEHAVEN
Salary
35,235.00.00 - 36,124.00.00 (pro rata)
Package
Blank
Contractual hours
0
Basis
Part time

Adult Learning Tutor ESOL English WMF2144e

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Job description
Location: Whitehaven Library

Contract Type: Permanent



Hours: Zero hour contract / Sessional

Who we are looking for...

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with experience of teaching ESOL. Ideally, you will have experience of teaching both accredited and non accredited provision up to, and including, level 2 qualifications (including ESOL Skills for Life). The ideal candidate will also have experience of teaching English, from Entry level to GCSE, or a willingness to develop on the job to be able to deliver this provision. The ability to adapt and respond positively to emerging learner and local need is an essential skill, as is the ability to work a variety of hours across the working week, including evenings. This post also requires the flexibility to work across various locations in Whitehaven and the surrounding areas, therefore a driving licence and access to a vehicle would be an advantage.





We have a strong commitment to providing progression opportunities to our learners and our Tutor Team plays a key role in positively promoting our service to individuals and communities across Whitehaven through robust information, advice and guidance.





Our service is committed to ensuring the best outcomes for all ESOL learners and works in partnership with the Refugee Resettlement Team to provide excellent teaching and learning opportunities to resettled learners arriving in Cumbria. We work with learners of all abilities in the English Curriculum too, from beginner level to those wishing to achieve a Functional Skills Level 2 or GCSE to further their life and employment opportunities.





Our service prides itself on its commitment to local people and to providing oppportunities to support people into employment while increasing skills and confidence; if you share this vision then this could be the perfect opportunity to contribute positively to changing life propspects.





You will have the ability to inspire our learners to reach their potential. Our tutors are supportive, empathetic, flexible and provide welcoming learning environments that encourage even the most reluctant of learners to succeed. As a service we are working towards achieving an Oustanding Ofsted judgement and we are looking for an excellent practitioner who can contribute positively to this goal.

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




For more information on the role contact: hayley.chapman@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 27/07/2025



Interview date: w/c 04/08/2025





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.

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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