Job Vacancy: Part Time Tutor for Family Learning
Job Ref: 149-26
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Salary/Pro Rata: £7,536 pro-rata for 39 weeks termtime which is paid in 12 equal monthly instalments throughout the year.
- Plus Annual Leave entitlement: 5.6 weeks’ holiday equivalent inclusive of all bank and public holidays, which is paid in addition to the above annual salary in 12 equal monthly instalments throughout the year.
- Hours available: 13 hours a week term time only, 39 weeks
- Location: Ipswich and South Suffolk
Realise Futures Learning, Coaching and Advice has a vacancy for a part-time tutor to join the Engagement Curriculum Team (Family Learning)
in Suffolk. The tutor will be based in the Learning Centre at Castle Hill, Ipswich.
We are looking for a dynamic, flexible creative tutor with a specialism and skills in English, Maths and Language (Primary) or Early Years and
a passion for working with parents/carers in a range of partner settings.
A minimum level 3 teaching qualification (level 4 for English, Maths and Language) and a subject qualification in the relevant area are essential:
Our tutors run short programmes in partner venues that encourage parental involvement in children’s learning and development.
Outreach delivery is the norm and a willingness to travel to deliver in partner venues is essential, so access to own transport is required,
as are excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working in partnership and flexibility in the role.
Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow), 25 days’ annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays) and an occupational pension scheme.
Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
If you are passionate about engaging parents in their children’s learning and would like an informal discussion about the role then please
contact Claire Strath on 07738 704 754 or email claire.strath@realisefutures.org
To download a copy of the full job description, click here
About us:
The purpose of Realise Futures is to improve the wellbeing, mental health and employability of disabled and disadvantaged people whilst contributing to the economy in our communities. Realise Futures operates as a hybrid company combining commercial trade with personal & government funded public services. Our aim is to create opportunities for people to succeed in work, learning and life through four company departments, Learning Coaching & Advice, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure).
We provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
As one of the largest Community Interest Companies in the East of England, we employ approximately 230 staff, 40% of which have
a declared disability.
Realise Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people, and children, and expects
all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.
Realise Futures is proud to be a mindful employer that offers a range of employee benefits including;
- Flexible working arrangements (where business needs allow)
- Performance related pay increase system as part of the appraisal process
- 55p per mile expenses (cars, first 10,000 miles, excluding commute)
- Appreciation Award if successfully nominated: £150 per individual OR £500 shared across your team
- Annual Colleague Awards event at our AGM.
- 25 days annual leave (in addition to recognised bank holidays) unless working less then 52 weeks a year
- Additional day of paid leave around your birthday
- Additional paid wellbeing day
- Additional paid volunteer day
- 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years service – unless working less then 52 weeks a year
- An additional day’s paid leave on the day that you celebrate a 5-year work anniversary with Realise Futures
- Disability leave policy that is separate from Sickness Absence
- A confidential counselling service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to you and members of your immediate family
- Trained First Aid Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Occupational pension scheme
How to apply:
To apply, please complete the online application form by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Closing Date: Friday 2nd October 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 13th October (pm) or Thursday 15th October – Please ensure you are available for these dates, before applying
If you have any further queries, or difficulties in completing the Application Form, please email: recruitment@realisefutures.org
Realise Futures CIC –A company operating across Suffolk and Norfolk combining commercial trade of products and services alongside work placements,
employment and training opportunities. The primary aim of the business is to improve and promote the economic and social wellbeing of those who are
disadvantaged and/or disabled. The company is organised in four divisions, Learning and Development, Employment & Inclusion and RF Works
(seven distinct Social Businesses) and Central (internal core infrastructure). Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives.
