Academic Coach

5 days ago


Oldbury, Sandwell, United Kingdom Nova Training Full time

Nova Training is a leading UK training provider with over 30 years of experience in delivering Study Programmes and Apprenticeships. We are committed to helping learners develop their employability skills and achieve their career goals.

We are seeking an Employability Tutor to join our team at Oldbury. This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £22,500 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a supportive learning environment that helps students develop their abilities, skills, and confidence. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and implementing engaging lesson plans that meet the needs of students;
  • Ensuring Functional Skills are integrated into all lessons;
  • Regularly assessing student work against awarding body and Ofsted criteria;
  • Providing individualized support and guidance to students throughout their learning journey.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A teaching qualification (minimum PTLLS) and experience of delivering Functional Skills or Maths and English to Level 2;
  • An assessing qualification (Full TAQA or V1);
  • Experience working with students aged 14-19; and
  • A clear understanding of Ofsted and the Education Inspection Framework.

In addition to your salary, you will also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • 25 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days with length of service;
  • A birthday day off;
  • An optional early finish on Fridays at 2:30 pm;
  • Holiday purchase scheme, allowing you to buy extra time off;
  • Employee assistance programme, providing 24/7 support for you and your family;
  • Cycle to Work Scheme; and
  • Employee discount scheme, offering significant savings on everyday purchases.