Job Description

Description

Itchen College is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Early Years Tutor to join our successful Skills Bootcamps team. This is an exciting opportunity to support adults into meaningful careers in nurseries, pre-schools, and early years settings across Hampshire.

In this impactful role, you will design and deliver engaging, practical training that reflects current sector priorities--including child development, play-based learning, safeguarding, and inclusive practice. You will guide learners through content aligned to the Early Years Foundation Stage, equipping them with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to succeed as Nursery Assistants, Early Years Practitioners, or Early Years Educators.

Working in close partnership with local early years providers, Job Centres, and community organisations, you will recruit and support adult learners from a range of backgrounds--ensuring each participant has a clear and supported route into employment.

We are looking for someone with a strong foundation in Early Years education and a genuine passion for helping adults thrive in this rewarding field. You should have experience delivering training or support in an early years or adult education setting and be confident in adapting your approach to meet diverse learning needs.

You will ideally hold a Level 3 Award in Education and Training (PTTLS) or be willing to work towards it, and be well-versed in the core principles of early childhood education, including safeguarding, child development, and learning through play.

Above all, we're looking for someone who is organised, committed, and enthusiastic--able to inspire learners and maintain high standards of teaching and learner progression.

The successful applicant must be prepared to travel across Hampshire; travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Contract:

Fixed Term Contract until 31st December 2026 (possibility of extension subject to funding)

Hours:

37 hrs p/w, 52 wks p/a

Salary

: SCP 19- Currently 36,564 p/a

Closing date:

Friday 12th December 2025

Interview date:

Tuesday 16th December 2025

Start date:

Jan 2026

Applications may close early depending on response to advert.

Itchen College is a thriving Sixth Form College with a broad curriculum offer to meet the needs of the local community. The college is situated in pleasant surroundings to the east of Southampton with excellent local transport links. Ofsted inspected the college in September 2024, grading overall provision as Outstanding with Outstanding Quality of Education, Outstanding Behaviour and Attitudes, Outstanding Leadership and Management, Outstanding Education Programmes for Young People and Outstanding Provision for Learners with High Needs.

The college is committed to supporting staff wellbeing and professional development. The college has an excellent in house CPD programme for all teaching and support staff including a dedicated programme for Early Career Teachers. The college also has close links with the Southampton Education Forum, the Wessex Group and the SFCA, including subject groups and CPD opportunities at all levels. The college offers a wide range of benefits for staff, including free parking, an onsite nursery, TPS pensions, an Employee Assistance Programme and free use of the college gym.

Key Responsibilities

The Skills Bootcamps Early Years Tutor is a key support-staff role central to the growth and impact of Itchen College's Skills Bootcamps. Working as part of a small, responsive team, you will lead on the delivery of our Level 2/3 Early Years Skills Bootcamp--designing and delivering industry-relevant training, recruiting and enrolling adult learners, and building relationships with nurseries, preschools and early years employers across Hampshire to secure guaranteed interviews and progression into meaningful employment.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Level 3 Award in Education and Training (PTLLS) or willingness to work towards

English and maths Level 2 or equivalent



Sector experience of Early Years
Experience of teaching

Recent experience of tutoring adults and delivering high quality courses

Mentoring experience

Managing own caseload

Workplace Benefits

Values-driven culture -

we're really proud of our culture. We're looking for someone who is as driven by our college values as we are!

Learning and Development -

access to support and resources to drive your own development.

Free parking

- free on-site parking, as well as good public transport links.

Eyecare Scheme

Cycle2Work Scheme

Free On-site Gym & Sports Facilities

Free Flu Jabs

Free Hot Drinks for Staff

Canteen -

freshly prepared food with plenty of choice.

1 Life Event Day -

to recognise life's big moments like a wedding, graduation, moving house.

Staff Discount Schemes -

discounts and deals on national attractions, entertainment, days out, theme parks, holiday insurance and many national retailers.

Employee Loyalty Celebration Reward Scheme -

cash and rewards to acknowledge and celebrate staff commitment and loyalty to the College.

On-Site College Nursery with priority given to college staff

Access to College Library

Free College WiFi

Compassionate Leave -

up to 5 days paid time off to attend to matters relating to the death or serious illness of a loved one.

Counselling Service -

Access to qualified therapy-based support.

Pension Scheme -

Enrolment to the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS).

Occupational Sick Pay

Enhanced Family Leave

About Itchen Sixth Form College

We are a sixth form college based in Hampshire. We offer A-Levels and vocational courses across an extensive curriculum that will help you reach your full potential!

Itchen Sixth Form College is a 110 year old state-inspected and state-funded college. We specialise in preparing 16-19 year olds for university study.