Skills Tutor

Skills Tutor (JGW+)

Contract term: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 37 hours over 5 days

Location: Holton Road, Barry, CF63 4HB

Salary: Grade 5 £26,375 rising to £29540 per annum.

If you would like to work for an organisation that demonstrates outstanding commitment to staff engagement, has gained a place on the Times Best 100 Companies to work for in the UK for the last eight consecutive years and that holds Investors in People Platinum accreditation we would love to hear from you

Improving lives through learning – join our team at ACT

We're looking for a passionate and adaptable Skills Tutor to support young people aged 16–19 on our Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) programme.

In this rewarding role, you'll deliver engaging skills training and enrichment activities to learners on our Jobs Growth Wales+ (JGW+) programmes — supporting those who are not currently in education, employment or training (NEET). You'll inspire learners to gain confidence, develop new skills, and prepare for future employment or further learning.

This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You'll plan and deliver sessions that combine essential skills (maths, English, and life skills) with creative, practical experiences that bring learning to life.

What you'll do:

• Deliver engaging and meaningful training sessions that help learners develop employability and personal skills.
• Plan progressive sessions that build on previous learning and contribute towards qualifications.
• Organise enrichment activities, trips and guest speakers that broaden learners' experiences.
• Support learners' individual needs by maintaining effective learning plans and liaising with colleagues.
• Use ACT's systems (e.g., Vision2) to monitor progress and track outcomes.
• Identify and support learners at risk of disengagement, using proactive strategies to keep them on track.
• Liaise with Job Centres, Careers Wales, support agencies and other stakeholders.
• Uphold ACT's safeguarding, equality, and sustainability standards at all times.

Full details of the role and responsibilities can be found in the job description.

If you're motivated by improving lives through learning and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

ACT is committed to promoting the Welsh language for both staff and learners, and whilst it is not considered essential criteria, the ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role.

What we need from you:

• Experience of teaching or delivering training in a learning environment.
• Experience of qualification delivery.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade C / Level 2 or above.
• Ability to relate to and motivate young people.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and IT skills (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel).
• A flexible, proactive team player who can also work independently.
• Willingness to travel to other centres when needed (full driving licence required).
• Resilient, adaptable and professional.
• Committed to personal and professional development.
• Dedicated to living ACT's values

Why work for Jobs Growth Wales (JGW+)?

• Generous holiday entitlement (up to 45 days per year)
• Dedicated Staff Wellbeing & Engagement Officer, plus wellbeing weeks, half‑hour sessions, free fruit, counselling, and team‑building events
• Professional growth through e‑learning platforms, , CPD opportunities, and job shadowing up to 2 days per year
• Reward & recognition culture including salary reviews, birthday and service celebrations, staff awards, life insurance, and cycle‑to‑work or electric‑car schemes
• Prestigious credentials: Investors in People Platinum accreditation, consistently ranked among the UK's Best Companies to Work For, and featured in the Top 100 Most Inclusive Employers.

Our Values:

At ACT, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and dignity for all. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and empowered to thrive.

Diversity statement

ACT is dedicated to fair and safe recruitment practices, ensuring equality for all applicants and staff. We do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Our questioning and collating of information are intended to help us maintain equal opportunities best practice and identify barriers to workforce equality and diversity. The information collated from you will not be used in any decision affecting you.

We are happy to consider a reasonable adjustment that candidates may need during the recruitment process, please drop us an email with your requirements.

What next?

The Advert will close 12 December 2025, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Applicants will be notified via email of application process (please check junk or spam folders)

An interview process consisting of:

A face to face interview at one of our centres that will include skill based questions and a work based task (for example - a micro teach, full details will be provided before interview)

We're keen to ensure our hiring process allows you to be at your best, so if you need us to make any adjustments, please just let us know.

If you have any queries about the vacancy please feel free to contact us on

Safeguarding

Our organisation is deeply committed to safeguarding the welfare of all learners and staff. We expect all employees to uphold this commitment as part of their role. Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,375.00-£29,540.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person