We are looking to recruit enthusiastic tutors to deliver a variety of arts and craft subjects across the county. In particular we would be interested in applications from people who would be available to teach the following (both qualification and leisure courses) in the listed areas:
- Jewellery – Falmouth and Newquay
- Printmaking – Falmouth
- Sewing and Garment Construction - Falmouth
Sessions could be held during the daytime or evening.
The post holders will effectively deliver high quality learning opportunities to groups of adults ensuring maximum retention of learners and achievement on their courses. The role requires the ability to assess learners, identify appropriate support and planning and delivering high quality tuition to ensure maximum learner retention and achievement. They will inspire and motivate and have a commitment to bring out the best in every learner and encourage their progress. The successful candidate will also be required to work closely with our quality team to ensure we are meeting Ofsted requirements. They may also be responsible for directing and supporting a Learning Support Assistant if necessary.
Candidates need to be qualified, experienced and highly motivated arts practitioners with excellent communication skills. A generic teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed. or equivalent) is required and a subject specialist qualification in your field. The post holder must also be a confident and competent ICT user.
This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies.
Please view the role profile here, your application will need to demonstrate how you meet the required criteria. Please ensure you answer all of the pre-screening questions in full, within the application form. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here – The application process
Please be advised that for this role we are accepting uploaded supporting statements and/or CVs to support your online application.
This position will be subject to a criminal record disclosure check.
Fairness and inclusion are at the heart of our vision for Cornwall. In order to best serve our communities, we are striving to achieve a diverse workforce that is inclusive of all backgrounds, cultures and identities; e.g. race, disability, sex, gender, age, religion and sexual orientation. We are an equal opportunities and Disability Confident employer, and we will assess applicants on their merits.
Cornwall Council is committed to safeguarding and following safer recruitment principles to help make sure our staff and volunteers are suitable to work with children, young people and adults at risk. It’s a vital part of creating a safe and positive environment and making a commitment to keeping all service users safe from harm.
Whilst the location/work-base for this role has been specified our evolving ways of working means that the role may require you to also work remotely (e.g. from home/other locations). We will discuss this with you during the recruitment process.
We are happy to talk about flexible working options.
More information about working for Cornwall Council is available here.