Academic Skills Tutor

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A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

What you'll do

Are you passionate about education and empowering students to reach their full potential? If so, we’re looking for you to join our team as an Academic Skills Tutor.

High Pavement Sixth Form is part of Nottingham College which is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. It is a city based sixth form campus for full-time 16-19 academic study programmes to over 1000 students in A levels, 14-16 EHE GCSEs and 16-19 FT GCSE.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Academic Skills Tutor to join the high-performing GCSE team at High Pavement. Working closely with GCSE students, you will deliver tailored one-to-one and small-group support sessions designed to develop effective study habits, independent learning skills, and academic confidence. Your work will play a key role in helping students overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential, with a clear focus on improving academic outcomes and progression opportunities.

This role extends beyond academic support.

Who we're looking for

You will be instrumental in building students' confidence, resilience, and sense of belonging within the High Pavement community. By developing positive relationships and creating a supportive learning environment, you will help foster a culture where students feel valued, motivated, and empowered to succeed. While a specialism in Maths or English would be advantageous, we are primarily looking for someone with a genuine passion for improving the life chances of young people and a commitment to supporting them to achieve their ambitions. In return, you will become part of a dedicated, collaborative, and highly successful GCSE team that is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for students.

The post will be shortlisted against the essential and desirable criteria at the application stage from the person specification. Please ensure that you use the Job Profile and provide a CV and cover letter. This should be no longer than three sides of A4. Please combine your CV and Cover Letter and upload as a single document while applying for the role.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Chris Allright (Assistant Head) on chris.allright@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk.

Interviews /Assessments are planned for: 13th/14th July 2026

Get Into Teaching
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Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £26,478 to £29,234 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave 
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App  
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme 
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme 

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. 

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply Now

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.

To apply, click ‘Apply for this job’ on the Nottingham College website, or visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies  if viewing externally.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact Peopleservices@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk or call us on 0115 884 2222.  

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.

Please note that this role does not meet the standard salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. However, Home Office exemptions may apply depending on individual circumstances. Candidates are advised to review the Skilled Worker visa criteria on GOV.UK before applying.