We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Creative Industries Department as an Achievement Tutor (Music) on a permanent, part-time (21 hours per week) basis.
What the role entails
As an Achievement Tutor for Creative Industries you will sit under the Music department, manage allocated students or student groups, and deliver a highly effective tutorial and pastoral programme. You will ensure the overall academic, pastoral, social and behavioural progress of students is tracked and supported so that they achieve outstanding retention, achievement, progress and progression outcomes.
Site Information
Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting‑edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. It provides specialist studios, workshops and collaborative spaces for both staff and learners.
Benefits and Working Conditions
- 45 days annual leave bookable plus 8 bank holidays (Pro‑Rata)
- 3 well‑being days per year (Pro‑Rata)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Starting salary for an unqualified teacher between £30,750 – £32,931*
- Full training and support to work towards qualified teacher status (Cert Ed/PGCE) with 3–4 hours delivery per week and mentor support
- Potential for increased starting salary in some circumstances*
Qualifications and Experience
- Certificate of Education or PGCE
- Current and valid industry specialism
- Assessor qualifications (if required by Awarding Organisation)
- English and Maths minimum level 2 (Grace C or grade 4 and above)
- Excellent data handling and analysis skills
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in cross‑college teams and establish positive relationships
- Empathy with young people/adults
- Flexible and creative approach to tasks
- Positive, solution‑focused approach to challenge
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with key student stakeholders (e.g., next of kin, social services, learning support)
- Demonstrable track record of effective teaching and delivery in the subject specialism
- Experience using IT systems to monitor and track progress
- Demonstrable organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously
- Background or interest in music an advantage, though not essential
Safeguarding
LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre‑screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.
Equal Opportunities Statement
At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. We work inclusively with all communities where we are geographically located and aim to develop a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.
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