ESOL Tutor-Restart

ESOL Tutor

Permanent, Full Time

Based from our Cardiff office with regular travel around Wales

£28,000 - £32,000 + Benefits

At Serco, our ambition is to impact a better future. This ambition alongside the needs of government, authorities, communities, businesses, and citizens has seen us invest to create a best-in-class skills and training business. With new funding streams and an ever-increased government commitment to adult learning and apprenticeships, skills and training is a key investment priority for Serco in the UK.  

We aim to not just be a best-in-class training provider but to also provide renowned services and solutions from the wider Serco in supporting our partners and training providers to deliver their priorities and achieve their goals.

We are looking for an incredible ESOL and Employability Tutor to work on Restart who will be responsible for delivery ESOL for Employability within the Restart Scheme which will be located in various venue and offices within the West Midlands and Wales on occasions.

The ESOL Tutor is responsible for the delivery of functional skills programmes, delivered by Restart Serco on behalf of DWP to ensure we meet regulatory and contractual obligations. The purpose of the role is the delivery of contextualised ESOL and Employability skills for unemployed participants who have been mandated to our welfare to work provision. We at Serco are passionate about making a meaningful difference and supporting individuals into sustainable work.

Key accountabilities

• Contribute to the development of high-quality materials, accessible to all learners, to maintain and enhance the quality of learning experiences in digital skills
• Deliver English speaking of other languages ( ESOL ) training from pre entry level to level 3 to cohorts of learners via face -to-face, online learning platforms and other remote systems, and lead face-to-face sessions, either in groups and workshops or one-to-one as required.
• Complete formative diagnostics of learner evidence throughout the programme to ensure appropriate progress of learner towards gaining employment.
• Work with Employment Coaches to prepare a personal development plan for each learner to ensure they complete in a timely manner
• Ensure delivery of the ESOL training will allow learners to successfully complete within the given timescales
• Work with Employment Coaches to provide appropriate Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) to all learners on our programmes
• Work closely with colleagues (other tutors, Programme Manager etc) to ensure our ESOL skills portfolio is effectively delivered
• Understand opportunities available for further training in ESOL (both free and funded) in order to share this with learners for advancement.
• Assist in the coordination and marketing of all programmes
• Maintain good communications and strong professional links with all personnel involved in the Restart team and across Serco learning.

What I need to do the role?

Essential

• Qualified to a minimum L3 subject specific (PTLLS, DTLLS, CTLLS or level 3 Certification within employability.
• Minimum L3 Award in Education and Training (or equivalent) 
• Experience of delivering ESOL, functional skills or Employability programmes 
• Experience of designing and delivering education programmes in the adult education sector.
• Relevant industry experience within the welfare to work sector 
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of online and face to face teaching techniques
• Ability to motivate unemployed participants throughout their Restart programme
• To show empathy, and understanding
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• DBS and BPSS certification required before delivering to learners

Desirable

• Has an assessor or teaching qualification at level 4 or above qualification teaching
• Experience of working under pressure to meet participants expectations
• Knowledge of online learning and learner management systems
• Commitment to personal development and learning
• Manage own workload, anticipate issues, and thrive under pressure
• Strive to succeed and maintain a pro-active attitude to helping others gain sustainable employment.

What we offer

• Up to 6% contributory pension scheme 
• A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Wisdom App, Simply Health Plans, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme and more 
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure and Hospitality discounts 
• A fantastic culture and supportive team where you'll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion  
• Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships. 
• Interesting and enjoyable work 
• Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities 

About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services.  We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks - SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), SercoUnlimited (Disability) and In@Serco (LGBT & Networks). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging. 

Apply
Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. 

At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. We operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly Disability Confident Leader employers and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.  For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
 

At Serco we support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the 'Ban the Box' pledge (some may be exempt due to the nature of the role and the security clearance required). Please contact our recruitment team directly on 0345 010 4000 to discuss.