Who We Are Looking For…
We are looking for an inspirational tutor to deliver Arts and Crafts classes to our learners across Workington and the surrounding areas. Preferably someone with experience of painting and drawing and the ability to teach a range of textiles and crafts would be an advantage.
Location: Workington
Contract Type: Permanent
You Will Be Able To
- Prepare and deliver creative and exciting lessons that enthuse and develop adult learners
- Work with learners in a variety of settings across the local community
- Work with learners will have a wide range of backgrounds and abilities
- Have a can‑do attitude and build excellent working relationships with their learners and colleagues
- Have a flexible approach to spot and meet emerging needs in the local area so this role may include some evening work.
You Will Need
- A recognised teaching qualification (Min level 3 e.g PTLLS or be working towards one.)
- Relevant qualification and/or experience in the subject specialism
- Maths and English qualification at Level 2 or prepared to work towards these
Cumbria Adult Learning was rated Good by Ofsted at our last inspection. We are now on a journey towards becoming an Outstanding provider. We aim to inspire the people of Cumbria and transform the lives of our communities.
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?
- Post Specification
- Role Profile
Contact: gillian.thompson@cumberland.gov.uk
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 31/05/26
Interview date: W/C 08/06/26
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.
If you experience any technical difficulties applying for this role, please contact the HR Systems Team at HR.Systems@cumbria.gov.uk.
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
Option 2 – This role requires a Basic DBS check
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
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