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Qualified Adult Tutor

Bury Council

18 Haymarket Street, Bury, BL9 0AQCloses: 13/09/2026

Bury Adult Learning Service

Empowering adults through language, digital confidence and opportunity

We are seeking three enthusiastic, innovative and learner-focused part time tutors for English & Maths, ESOL and Digital Skills to join our curriculum team. This is an exciting opportunity to support adults in developing the English, mathematical, communication and digital skills they need to participate confidently in everyday life, progress into employment and further learning, and become active members of their communities.

In your application please specify which role you are applying for.

The successful candidates will deliver programmes including:

  • Accredited and non-accredited ESOL programmes from Pre Entry to Level 1.
  • Essential Digital Skills and ICT learning from Pre-Entry to Level 1.
  • Employability-focused ESOL and Digital Skills learning.
  • Accredited and non-accredited English and maths programmes from Entry 1 to Level 2 including delivery of Functional Skills and portfolio-based qualifications.
  • Digital inclusion programmes supporting learners with little or no previous experience of technology.
  • Learning programmes delivered at Bury Adult Learning Centre and community venues across the borough. This role is ideal for a tutor who is passionate about widening participation, reducing barriers to learning and supporting adults from diverse backgrounds to achieve their personal, educational and employment goals.

Essential

  • A recognised teaching qualification at a minimum of Level 4 (e.g. Certificate in Education, Diploma in Education and Training, PGCE/PGDE).
  • A recognised ESOL qualification at a minimum of Level 5 (e.g. CELTA, TESOL, PGCE with ESOL subject specialism).
  • Relevant Digital Skills, ICT or Computing qualifications, or significant experience delivering Digital Skills provision.
  • Subject specialism in English or Maths with experience of teaching Functional Skills from Entry Level to Level 2.
  • Experienced of teaching 16+
  • Experience of delivering ESOL programmes to adult learners.
  • Strong organisational skills, including effective planning, preparation, assessment and maintenance of learner records.
  • The ability to engage, motivate and inspire learners from a wide range of cultural, educational and linguistic backgrounds.
  • Flexibility to work across a range of venues and working patterns, including some evenings.
  • A full UK driving licence and access to transport to travel between community venues across the borough.

Desirable

  • Experience of teaching either English & Maths, ESOL or Digital Skills within Adult and Community Learning or Further Education.
  • Experience of delivering accredited English, Maths, ESOL qualifications or Digital Skills.
  • Experience of working with learners at Pre-Entry, Entry and Level 1 Digital Skills.
  • Knowledge of digital inclusion and the barriers faced by learners who experience language and digital disadvantage.
  • A creative, inclusive and learner-centred approach to teaching and learning.

About the Role

Tutors will deliver a range of English, Maths, ESOL or Digital Skills programmes, including:

  • ESOL classes for learners developing English language skills for everyday life, work and further study.
  • Accredited and non-accredited ESOL provision from Pre-Entry to Level 1 and beyond.
  • Accredited and non-accredited Functional Skills programmes from Entry 1 to Level 2
  • Digital Skills and Cybersecurity Level 1 programmes.
  • Digital inclusion learning for adults with limited experience of technology.
  • Online safety, employability and digital participation programmes.

You will work closely with curriculum managers, community partners and support services to retain and support learners, ensuring that all learners receive a high-quality learning experience and are supported to achieve their full potential.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about adult education and committed to helping learners overcome barriers, build confidence and develop the skills needed to thrive in modern life.



About Bury
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare or children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application/CV covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

As a Corporate Parent, ensure that the work and services you deliver considers our care experienced young people, promotes their life chances empowers them to influence the policies, services, and decisions that affect them, champions their rights, and ensure they grow up in the best possible way


Benefits of working for Bury Council
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We are committed to Bury being an equal society that recognises values and embraces all people, regardless of any difference, for the skills, abilities and experiences they bring into the workforce and the wider community. Therefore we guarantee an interview for disabled people, looked after children/ care leavers, armed forces personnel (including reservists and veterans) and carers of adults or disabled children if they meet the essential criteria.


Next steps

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Farkhanda Ali on 0161 253 7330.
Interviews will be held in early-mid August.


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