Early Years Tutor

Acorn Training Ltd

. Deliver high-quality teaching, training, coaching, and assessment for learners on Early Years programmes, including adult learning and Skills Bootcamps .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSheffield • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £27,000 - £30,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering high-quality teaching and training in Early Years programmes, with a strong focus on learner progression and successful outcomes. Proficient in designing personalized learning plans and collaborating with employers to ensure effective training delivery.

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Level 5 In Subject Sector SpecialismLevel 3 Certificate In Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)Level 3 Award In Education And Training (AET)Deep Knowledge Of Early Years Childcare PracticesExperience Working With E-Portfolios

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Hard Skills

Personalized Learning PlansAssessment And Training StandardsGuided Learning Hours TrackingEmployer CollaborationInstructional Design MethodologiesICT For Teaching And LearningHealth And Safety Risk AssessmentVocational ExperienceTimely Achievement TargetsDiverse Caseload Management

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAttention To DetailTime ManagementAbility To Influence OthersFlexibility And InitiativeHighly MotivatedProfessional Integrity

Tools & Technologies

E-PortfoliosElectronic Record Keeping SystemsOnline Learning PlatformsHybrid Learning Models

Certifications & Qualifications

Level 5 Certificate In Education And Training (CET)Level 4 IQA QualificationIOSH Health And Safety At Work QualificationFirst Aid At Work Qualification

Industry Keywords

Early Years ProgrammesAdult Learning PrinciplesOfsted StandardsEquality And DiversityFundamental British ValuesSkills BootcampsVocational Achievement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver high-quality teaching, training, coaching, and assessment for learners on Early Years programmes, including adult learning and Skills Bootcamps
Manage an agreed caseload of learners and support them toward qualifications and successful outcomes
Design and deliver individual and group learning through face-to-face, online, and hybrid models
Conduct initial assessments and create personalised learning plans
Plan and sequence learner- and employer-responsive training focused on progression into or within Early Years employment
Collaborate with employers on outcome-focused training plans and workplace application of learning
Provide information, advice, guidance, induction, pastoral support, and progression planning
Develop training strategies, learning activities, and resources
Ensure assessment and training meet awarding organisation, funding, Ofsted, and Early Years sector standards
Plan, record, and track Guided Learning Hours, assessments, learner progression, targets, and achievement
Support development of learners’ English, maths, digital, communication, safeguarding, Prevent, equality, diversity, and Fundamental British values awareness
Organise assessments and review meetings with learners and employers, documenting developmental feedback
Conduct employer health and safety risk assessment reviews where necessary
Maintain an electronic diary of learner workplace visits and interactions in line with lone working policy
Maintain accurate learner records and document interactions in electronic systems
Monitor key performance indicators including learner progress, feedback quality, teaching and assessment standards, stakeholder collaboration, satisfaction, and timely achievement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Level 5 in subject sector specialism (essential)
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA) or equivalent (essential)
Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET) or equivalent (essential)
GCSE grade A*-C (or equivalent) in English and Maths (essential)
Full, clean driving licence and access to vehicle/business insurance for travel (essential)
Recent vocational experience or history of industry related continuous professional development (essential)
Experience of dealing with employers in a professional capacity (essential)
Experience working with e-Portfolios (essential)
Meeting targets for timely achievement (essential)
Working successfully as part of a team (essential)
Deep knowledge of early years childcare practice practices (essential)
Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies (essential)
Familiarity with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in adult education and development (essential)
Knowledgeable in the use of ICT to support teaching, learning, assessment, and communication (essential)
BA in subject sector specialism (desirable)
Level 4 IQA qualification (desirable)
Level 5 Certificate in Education and Training (CET) or equivalent (desirable)
IOSH Health and Safety at Work qualification (desirable)
First Aid at Work qualification (desirable)
Experience supporting learners to achieve successful outcomes in a work-based environment (desirable)
Experience working with a diverse caseload of learners (desirable)
Up-to-date knowledge of Ofsted expectations and best practices in the field or sector (desirable)
Good communication and interpersonal skills (essential)
Good record keeping skills and attention to detail (essential)
Efficient time management (essential)
Ability to influence others (essential)
Ability to work flexibly and use own initiative (essential)
Highly motivated and proactive (essential)
Professional approach and integrity (essential)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working including home-based, centre-based, or hybrid job role dependant
Up to 26 days annual leave, with the option to purchase up to 10 additional days
Pension scheme to support your long-term financial wellbeing
Training and professional development, including CPD workshops and professional qualifications
Westfield Health Scheme with benefits including 13 healthcare services, cashback towards essential health bills, counselling and therapy treatments, fast access to MRI, CT, and PET scans, and discounted shopping vouchers
Wellbeing initiatives including Wellbeing Wednesdays and the Mental Health at Work Pledge
Disability Confident Leader, Menopause Workplace Pledge, Armed Forces Covenant, Ban the Box Employer, and secure prayer spaces
Annual paid volunteering day and charity initiatives
Cash incentives for Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year awards
£500 Recommend a friend scheme