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Vocational Trainer/Tutor

Job Description

Vocational Trainer/Tutor Opportunity - Secondary School
Location: Northampton
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Dunbar Education is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a progressive and inclusive secondary school in Northampton. Are you passionate about equipping students with practical skills and real-world knowledge? This exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking school as a Vocational Trainer/Tutor could be the perfect next step in your career!

The Role

As a Vocational Trainer/Tutor, you will:

  • Deliver engaging and hands-on vocational training across a variety of subjects, tailored to the needs of KS3 and KS4 students.
  • Support students in developing practical skills, employability knowledge, and confidence for their future pathways.
  • Collaborate with staff to design and implement creative and impactful vocational programmes.
  • Provide individualised support to help students achieve their goals and overcome barriers to learning.

This role requires a professional who is motivated, adaptable, and committed to empowering students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A qualification or strong experience in a vocational field (e.g., construction, IT, health and social care, or similar).
  • A teaching or training background (e.g., QTS, PGCE, or Level 3 Award in Education and Training), or a willingness to work towards a relevant qualification.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • A passion for working with young people and helping them prepare for the future.

What the School Offers

  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression.
  • The chance to make a tangible impact on students' lives and future opportunities.

How to Apply

If you're excited by the prospect of this rewarding role, apply now with your CV.

If this role isn't for you, please still get in touch to discuss other available opportunities. Alternatively, if you know of someone who would suit this position, earn up to £250 through our referral scheme.

If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. For other available roles, please refer to our website.

Dunbar Education is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding to ensure the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, to share this commitment. To adhere with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all registrations will be required to fill out our application form in, to receive work. This will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Dunbar Education is an equal opportunities employer and recognises the value of and seeks to achieve a diverse workforce in schools. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Dunbar Education is a member of ASPCo compliance plus, for more information please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement.

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