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Construction Tutor

Job description

Starting Salary: £15.37 p/hr / £27,066 per annum
Permanent Contract working 37.5 hours per week, Term Time (41 weeks per year)
Simply Education are looking for a passionate and creative Construction Tutor to join our clients Vocational Provision team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support young people - many with additional needs - to re-engage with learning through a hands-on, innovative construction curriculum. You will be helping to develop learners bricklaying, joinery, painting skills as well as a range of other construction activities. The learners are looking for someone who can adapt the lessons to not only make them inclusive but also innovative.

What you'll be doing:

  • Delivering an engaging, flexible, and creative construction curriculum that inspires learners and builds confidence.
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues and multi‑agency partners to support young people's educational, social, and emotional development.
  • Advocating for learners and involving them in shaping their own programmes.
  • Preparing, delivering, and reviewing schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments, and progress reports.
  • Ensuring high standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management across all learning environments.
  • Acting as a positive role model and mentor, promoting engagement, resilience, and achievement.
  • Contributing to the ongoing development of innovative construction delivery techniques.

Requirements for the role:

  • A minimum Level 1 qualification in a construction-related discipline.
  • Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults, ideally those with additional needs.
  • A creative approach to learning and engagement.
  • Strong communication skills and confidence in using ICT (including Google applications).
  • Understanding of safeguarding, data protection, and safe working practices.
  • A full UK driving licence, access to a roadworthy vehicle, and business insurance.

Application Process:

If you are interested in this role, please submit an up-to-date CV. Should your application be successful, you will be required to complete a formal application form as part of our safer recruitment process. This will include providing a full education and employment history, along with explanations for any gaps in employment.