Early Years Tutor

Acorn Training Ltd

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

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeSheffield • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £27,000 - £30,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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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 achievement. Proficient in designing personalized learning plans and collaborating with employers to enhance workplace skills application.

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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 PracticeExperience Working With E-Portfolios

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Hard Skills

Personalised Learning PlansAssessment And Training StandardsGuided Learning Hours TrackingInstructional Design MethodologiesICT For Teaching And LearningEmployer EngagementHealth And Safety Risk AssessmentRecord KeepingTarget AchievementEarly Years Practice Skills

Soft Skills

Good Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsEfficient Time ManagementAbility To Influence OthersHighly Motivated

Tools & Technologies

E-PortfoliosOnline 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 LearningSkills BootcampsOfsted ExpectationsSafeguardingEquality And DiversityFundamental British Values

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver high-quality teaching, training, coaching, and assessment for learners on Early Years programmes, adult learning, and Skills Bootcamps
Manage an agreed learner caseload and support learners toward qualifications and timely achievement
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 skills
Provide information, advice, guidance, pastoral support, and learner inductions
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, reviews, progression, and achievement
Support development of learners’ English, maths, digital, communication, and Early Years practice skills
Promote safeguarding, Prevent, radicalisation awareness, equality, diversity, and Fundamental British values
Organise assessment opportunities and review meetings, set targets, and provide developmental feedback
Manage objectives, deadlines, training outcomes, and achievement
Conduct employer health and safety risk assessment reviews where necessary
Maintain an electronic diary of learner workplace visits in accordance with lone working policy
Maintain accurate learner records and document interactions promptly
Monitor 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)
Experience meeting targets for timely achievement (essential)
Deep knowledge of early years childcare practice (essential)
Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design methodologies (essential)
Familiarity with current trends, technologies, and best practices in adult education and development (essential)
Knowledge of ICT to support teaching, learning, assessment, and communication (essential)
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)
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 in a work-based environment (desirable)
Experience with diverse learner caseloads (desirable)
Up-to-date knowledge of Ofsted expectations (desirable)

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
Training and professional development, including CPD workshops and professional qualifications
Westfield Health Scheme with 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