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Location: Barrow Library, Ramsden Square, Barrow
Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Zero Hours

About this opportunity

 We require a tutor to teach Employability and Health and Care/Wellbeing courses to adult learners in Barrow and the surrounding area. We offer an extensive range of courses to the communities of Barrow, and the right candidate will offer interesting and engaging provision to support the growth of the Service. The role will involve delivering accredited qualifications particularly in areas such as Mental Health Awareness, Resilience and Grit, and Employability. The qualifications offered include a range of short Awards at Entry Level, and Certificates at Levels 1 and 2. The successful applicant will also deliver non-accredited classes to provide pathways for learners to progress to studying formal qualifications. An Assessor qualification would be an advantage, and a teaching qualification is essential (or a willingness to complete a qualification within 12 months of starting employment).

The role will require someone with the ability to adapt quickly and work flexibly to meet local and emerging needs. The candidate will be provided with curriculum support and guidance by an Advanced Practitioner.

Who we are looking for…

 The successful candidate will be experienced, highly motivated, enthusiastic, confident and able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, with a willingness to work flexibly across different locations to meet growing demand and with varied groups of learners, many of whom have significant challenges in their everyday lives. Teaching hours will be varied and are dependent on demand; it is likely you will need to be available for classes during day and evening hours.

This is an opportunity to really make a difference to people`s lives and will be hugely rewarding to the right candidate.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

For more information, please contact: mai.harrison@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

 Application and Interview information

 Closing date: 21^st June 2026

Interview date: TBC

We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

To apply please click the Apply Now link below.

Company: Westmorland and Furness Council

Salary: £35,412 £35,412

Location: Barrow in Furness, Cumbria

Sector: Education

Sector: Schools

Job Role: Teacher