Programme Tutor English
Oldham College
Oldham
- £34,242 - £43,513 per year
- New
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 3 May 2026
Job overview
ABOUT OLDHAM COLLEGE
Oldham College is one of the largest further education providers in Greater Manchester, supporting thousands of students each year to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need for their future.
We work closely with local employers, universities, and community partners to deliver education and training that meets the needs of our region. Our staff play a vital role in creating a supportive, inclusive environment where students and colleagues can thrive.
Every role at the College contributes to helping people achieve their potential.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Programme Tutor in English, you will deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment that enables students to achieve their full potential. You’ll create engaging and inclusive lessons, support progress through effective feedback, and ensure all learners — including those with SEND — develop the skills and confidence needed for future success.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role you will:
Plan and deliver engaging, high-quality English lessons in line with curriculum and awarding body requirements
Monitor student progress, attendance, and achievement, taking action to address any concerns
Provide clear targets and timely, constructive feedback to support learner development
Adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those with SEND
Contribute to quality assurance processes, including standardisation and continuous improvement activities
Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
Qualified teacher (or working towards) with a strong English subject background
Experience delivering teaching in a learning environment, ideally within Further Education
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire learners
Ability to differentiate teaching to support a range of learner needs
Organised and proactive, with the ability to track progress and maintain accurate records
WHY JOIN US
We offer a supportive working environment with opportunities to develop and progress. Benefits include:
54 days’ holiday, supporting work–life balance, including 35 bookable days plus bank holidays, efficiency days, and Christmas closure
Pension contributions of 26.48%
Free counselling and wellbeing support
Retail discounts through our benefits platform
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Paid special leave
Training and development opportunities
Free breakfast Fridays
On-site facilities including canteens and a day nursery
Free parking and electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
INCLUSION AND FLEXIBILITY
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
We support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, and military families.
Flexible working options may be available depending on the role.
SAFEGUARDING
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.
This role is subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an enhanced DBS check, DfE barred list check, online searches, and references.
It is a criminal offence under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 to apply for regulated activity roles if barred from working with children or vulnerable adults.
USE OF AI IN APPLICATIONS
We recognise that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. If you do use AI, please ensure the information you submit accurately reflects your own skills, experience, and achievements. You may be asked to discuss your application during the recruitment process.
HOW TO APPLY
Please review the job description and person specification and submit your application by the closing date.
Join us and be part of a College where together, we invest in your future.
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About Oldham College
- Oldham College
- Rochdale Road, Oldham
- Lancashire
- OL9 6AA
- United Kingdom
Oldham College was established in 1893 following a donation from the Platt family who were famously manufacturers of textile machinery. Their generosity led to the institution of the school for art and science in Oldham Town Centre.
Today we offer an extensive range of qualifications in a variety of curriculum areas including Digital & Creative, Performing Arts & Media, Financial & Professional Services, Sport, Travel & Uniformed Public Services, Construction & the Built Environment, Caring Professions and Retail & Commercial.
Alongside the Further Education base, we also provide the University Campus Oldham providing Higher Education to Post-Graduate level across a wide range of subjects.
We work closely with employers to provide relevant, high-level skills development and, ultimately highly employable students. Over recent years, we have invested over £22million in our campus and facilities. We are delighted to have three new buildings with state of the art facilities for students to use and enjoy. Each year we are happy to welcome almost 10,000 students across our full and part-time courses.
Values and Vision Oldham College believes in the value of ambition, courage, responsiveness, integrity, and inclusion. These values provide a solid foundation for students and for staff to develop the knowledge and skill sets to move forward successfully.
The College in Oldham offers exceptional traineeships and apprenticeships allowing students to gain vital work experience in the areas of the digital arena, construction and the built environment, retail and commercial industry, sport, travel and public services as well as the performing arts and media.
We offer excellent training and development opportunities for colleagues including our newly developed Teaching for Distinction programme for teaching staff.
Principal & Chief Executive
Simon Jordan
Ofsted
Leaders, governors and managers work well with employers and other partners to inform and develop the curriculum, which is responsive to local needs and skills priorities. Learners’ behaviour is good; they build positive relationships with their teachers and peers in an environment or mutual respect and tolerance.
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