Community Learning Tutor

Salary: Band 7 - £28,546 - £32,377 TTO (£32,061- £36,363 FTE) for level 3 qualified tutor

Band 8 - £32,377 - £34,859 TTO (£36,363 £39,151 FTE) for level 4/5 qualified tutor

Hours:Full time,37 hours per week working Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm Friday 8.30am to 4pm. To be worked TTO 40 weeks

Part time hours working full days will be considered.

Please state your preference for full or part time and preferred full days in your personal statement.

All Community Learning Service posts are subject to funding.

The Community Learning Service (CLS) seeks to secure a high-quality community learning programme which meets local need. The programmes focus on widening participation, developing communities, improving health and well-being, increasing skills and supporting personal progression.

Your New Role

Join Portsmouth City Council’s Community Learning Service as a tutor delivering engaging and inclusive workshops focused on digital skills and employability. Based at The Learning Place, you’ll design and deliver tailored learning experiences, assess learner progress, and contribute to curriculum development. You’ll also support learners with advice on progression, maintain high-quality records, and help shape the service through learner feedback and partnership development.

Who is the person?

You will be a qualified adult tutor with a minimum Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) with a minimum level 2 qualification in English and maths, and ideally subject-specific qualifications. You will bring experience in embedding Maths, English, digital skills and employability into delivery.

You will have experience of working with awarding organisations and be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of the Education Inspection Framework and how that impacts on classroom practice.

If you have experience of working with diverse learner groups and using digital tools to enhance education. If you are organised, adaptable, and a confident communicator.. If you are committed to safeguarding, continuous professional development, and making a real difference in the community, then we would love to hear from you!

Here is a quote from one of our learners:

I love the learning environment because it’s peaceful and always encourages me to do kind and positive things. The teachers are excellent — they’re patient, explain things in different ways, and consistently support and motivate students

Please download the job profile below for the full details of the role and who we are looking for.

Interviews will be held week commencing 1st December 2025

Our recruitment process

Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children’s Board safer recruitment procedures.

Full information about our recruitment process can be found on our support for applicants' page:Support for applicants - Careers portal

When completing your application you will be required to complete a personal statement. You must demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points described in the 'Who is the Person' points on the Job Profile. Please give examples of your experience and any transferrable skills. This is your opportunity to showcase yourself and your achievements.

Please also mention if you are interested in full or part time, with your preferred full days.

We are a disability confident employer and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard. More information can be found atEquality, diversity and inclusion - Careers portal. We are committed to offering an interview to all those candidates that qualify under one of our commitments and meet the minimum criteria, however for roles that receive a large number of applications, this is not always possible, and we will select the candidates that best meet the minimum criteria.

You will need to demonstrate that you have the Right to Work in the UK. No post will be offered without it.

We look forward to speaking with you soon.

About Portsmouth City Council

What we can offer you:

Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.

Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City Council

Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Portsmouth City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

DBS Disclosure at Enhanced level will be required prior to any offer of employment and this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Every post is subject to PCC and Portsmouth Safeguarding Children Partnership safer recruitment procedures.

Should you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800