Job Vacancy: Tutor (Digital & Work Skills)
Job Ref: 097-25
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Salary: £16,800
- Hours Available: 22.2 hours per week
- Location/Base: Ipswich / Pemberton House
*Please note that internal candidates will be given preference for redeployment opportunities.
Realise Futures has a vacancy within our team for Digital and Work Skills tutors. A minimum level 3 teaching qualification and a subject specific qualification in the relevant areas are essential.
We are looking for knowledgeable and passionate tutors with experience of teaching in health and care and/or counselling. The working base is flexible but outreach delivery is the norm and a willingness to travel in order to deliver in partner venues is essential. Additionally, excellent communication skills are required in the role, as are a positive attitude to working in partnership and having flexibility in the role.
Supporting our learners to develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in life & work; this is most often through formal assessment to achieve qualifications but also on unaccredited courses using the RARPA process to ensure high quality provision is delivered.
If you are passionate about engaging adult learners and would like an informal discussion about the role:
Please contact Henry Smith on 0773112143 or email at Henry.Smith@realisefutures.org
Business Travel Required
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This role is subject to an Basic DBS check.
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 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
- 45p 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)
- Additional day of paid leave around your birthday
- Additional paid wellbeing day
- 3 days additional annual leave after 3 years’ service
- 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
Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to interview candidates who meet the essential criteria prior to the closing date and / or to close the opportunity to applicants once we receive sufficient applications.
Closing Date: Wednesday 21st May 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 28th May 2025
How to apply:
To apply, please complete the Online Application Form by clicking the blue ‘Apply Now’ button below.
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 three divisions, Learning and Development, Employment and RF Works (seven distinct Social Businesses).
Together they provide professional and tailored opportunities that support people to realise their potential.
Realise Futures: Enhancing People’s Lives.
